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The Miami Marlins defeated the San Francisco Giants 9–4 on April 24 at Oracle Park, with the visiting offense outpacing a sluggish home lineup. Miami's 16 hits and 9 RBIs proved decisive against San Francisco's anemic .643 OPS, while the Marlins' .739 OPS and two home runs demonstrated superior run production. The Giants managed only 11 hits and a single homer despite drawing two walks, leaving substantial offensive potential unrealized. San Francisco's pitching staff surrendered 16 hits and nine earned runs, posting a 3.97 ERA in a losing effort, while Miami's hurlers held the Giants to four runs on 11 hits with a 3.89 ERA. Defensively, both teams were clean with no errors, but the Giants' inability to generate offense—particularly with runners in scoring position—proved costly. The Marlins' balanced attack and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities underscore their early-season offensive consistency, while the Giants' continued struggles at the plate raise questions about their lineup's depth heading into a demanding stretch.