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The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Oakland Athletics 9–4 on June 29 at Sutter Health Park, surpassing the Vegas total of 10.5 runs combined. The Dodgers' offense proved decisive, recording 17 hits with three home runs and nine RBIs while maintaining a .787 OPS, compared to Oakland's 11 hits, one homer, and .736 OPS. Los Angeles' pitching staff was equally effective, allowing just four earned runs across the game with a 3.44 ERA and surrendering only 11 hits, while the Athletics' pitchers surrendered nine earned runs on 17 hits with a 4.97 ERA. Oakland struck out seven times at the plate but limited their own strikeouts to 10 while walking three batters. The Dodgers' balanced approach—combining power production with pitching efficiency—created separation that Oakland's modest offensive output could not overcome, despite committing no defensive errors. This victory underscores Los Angeles' ability to execute both offensively and defensively, positioning them favorably in division standings as they continue their road trip.