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The Arizona Diamondbacks shut out the Pittsburgh Pirates 3–0 on July 29 at PNC Park, with dominant pitching and timely hitting deciding a contest well below the 8.5-run Vegas total. Arizona's starter allowed just 5 hits and 2 walks while surrendering zero earned runs, holding Pittsburgh's offense—which managed only 5 hits and drew just 2 walks—scoreless across nine innings. The Diamondbacks' 6 hits and 1 home run generated 3 runs, enough to secure the victory despite striking out 6 times themselves and posting a modest .706 OPS. Pittsburgh's pitching staff issued 2 walks and struck out 4 but surrendered 3 earned runs on Arizona's efficient 6-hit attack, reflecting a rare offensive drought for the home team that recorded no extra-base hits. Arizona's pitching dominance—allowing just 5 hits and no runs—proved the difference in a low-scoring affair that underscored the Diamondbacks' ability to win tight games on the road. The shutout victory positions Arizona favorably in the division race while highlighting Pittsburgh's continued offensive struggles against quality pitching.