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The Miami Marlins dominated the Atlanta Braves 10–4 on April 13 at Truist Park, with the visiting offense overwhelming a struggling home pitching staff. Miami's lineup recorded 16 hits and 2 home runs while driving in 10 runs, capitalizing on Atlanta's defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent command. The Braves' pitchers allowed 10 earned runs across the outing while surrendering 16 hits; Atlanta managed only 9 hits and zero homers in the loss, stranding runners despite drawing 6 walks. Miami's pitching proved the game's deciding factor—the Marlins' staff struck out 10 batters and limited Atlanta to just 3 earned runs on 9 hits, with a 3.87 ERA that controlled the damage despite issuing 6 walks. The Braves' inability to generate power (0 HR) and their pitching collapse marked a significant departure from early-season expectations. The Marlins' balanced offensive attack and pitching efficiency suggest they can compete in the division if this production level holds.