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The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Francisco Giants 7–5 on May 26 at Oracle Park, with the visiting offense proving more efficient despite similar hit totals. Arizona scattered 8 hits while driving in 7 runs and posting a .721 OPS, compared to San Francisco's 9 hits, 5 RBIs, and .685 OPS; the Diamondbacks' 2 home runs provided crucial separation in a low-scoring affair. Arizona's pitching staff struck out 10 batters while walking just 3, maintaining a 4.06 ERA across the contest, while the Giants' bullpen issued 6 walks and surrendered 6 earned runs on 8 hits. San Francisco's three home runs proved insufficient to overcome Arizona's more disciplined approach at the plate and on the mound—the Diamondbacks drew 6 walks to the Giants' 3, reflecting better pitch recognition. Arizona's road victory improves their positioning in the NL West and suggests their pitching depth remains a competitive advantage moving forward.
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| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 0 |
| SF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
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Players who scored
Ketel MarteGeraldo PerdomoNolan ArenadoRyan WaldschmidtIldemaro VargasAdrian Del CastilloTommy TroyWilly Adames ×2Casey SchmittMatt ChapmanEric Haase
