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The Miami Marlins edged the Athletics 9–8 on July 5 at Sutter Health Park, overcoming a modest Vegas total of 10.5 with a balanced offensive attack. Miami's visiting lineup generated 16 hits and four home runs while striking out just four times, posting a .741 OPS that proved decisive in the close contest. The Marlins' pitching staff was equally effective, limiting Oakland to seven hits and striking out 10 batters despite allowing seven earned runs across the contest. Oakland's offense struggled to generate consistent pressure, managing only seven hits and a .736 OPS, though they did record one home run and seven RBIs. The Athletics committed one defensive error that may have contributed to their one-run defeat. Miami's pitching efficiency—allowing just 3.09 baserunners per nine innings—proved the difference in a game that stayed tight throughout. The Marlins' ability to convert four long balls while maintaining disciplined plate approach positions them favorably in the standings, while Oakland's ERA above 5.00 signals continued rotation concerns heading into the season's second half.