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The San Francisco Giants edged the San Diego Padres 3–2 on May 4 at Oracle Park in a low-scoring pitching duel that saw both offenses struggle at the plate. San Francisco's starter was the game's most dominant force, striking out 10 batters while allowing just 3 hits and 0 walks, though he did surrender 2 earned runs. The Giants' lineup managed only 6 hits and a .645 OPS, yet manufactured enough production with 3 RBI to secure the victory. San Diego countered with surprising power, belting 2 home runs despite registering just 3 hits overall—a testament to their all-or-nothing approach—but the Padres' pitcher coughed up 6 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out just 4. Both teams left considerable offensive potential on the table, combining for 9 hits and 14 strikeouts in what amounted to a pitcher-friendly contest. The Giants' pitching efficiency and mistake-free defense proved decisive in a division matchup where every run carried weight.