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The Atlanta Braves edged the Baltimore Orioles 7–6 on July 24 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in a game that stayed under the Vegas total of 8.5 runs. Atlanta's offense proved slightly more efficient, generating 11 hits with 2 home runs and a .736 OPS compared to Baltimore's 9 hits, 1 homer, and .720 OPS, though both teams struck out 12 times. The Braves' pitching staff was more effective, allowing just 9 hits and 5 earned runs with an ERA of 3.69, while the Orioles' pitchers surrendered 11 hits and 3 earned runs but walked seven batters. Baltimore's defense contributed to its downfall with one error, and despite out-hitting Atlanta in strikeout-to-walk ratio (the Orioles drew 7 walks versus Atlanta's zero), the home team could not overcome the Braves' power advantage. Atlanta's superior run prevention and timely hitting proved decisive in this close contest. The Braves' pitching depth will be tested as the road trip continues.