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The Atlanta Braves edged the San Diego Padres 6–5 on July 23 at Truist Park in a slugfest that exceeded the Vegas total of 8.5 runs. The Braves' power stroke made the difference, with four home runs driving in six runs despite posting a modest .250 batting average and .736 OPS. Atlanta's pitching staff struck out 15 Padres batters while allowing nine hits and five earned runs for a 3.68 ERA, controlling the game despite limited offensive efficiency. San Diego matched Atlanta's nine-hit output but managed only one homer and finished with a .690 OPS, hampered by 15 strikeouts against just one walk. Both teams played error-free defense, but the Braves' ability to convert power opportunities proved decisive in the one-run decision. The Padres' strikeout-heavy approach and inability to capitalize on run-scoring situations left them one run short despite tying the hit total.