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The San Diego Padres edged the Colorado Rockies 10–8 on April 23 at Coors Field in a slugfest that saw both offenses rack up runs despite modest overall efficiency. The Padres prevailed despite striking out 13 times, relying on their 10 RBIs and two home runs to overcome a .234 batting average; Colorado matched San Diego's two-homer output but managed only eight runs on 14 hits and eight RBIs. The Rockies' pitching staff issued five walks and allowed 10 earned runs while posting a 4.40 ERA, while San Diego's pitchers limited damage with a 3.62 ERA despite Colorado's 14-hit attack. Defensive miscues compounded Colorado's troubles, as the home team committed two errors that likely proved costly in a close contest. The Padres' ability to convert runners despite high strikeout rates suggests improved situational hitting, while the Rockies' offensive firepower at Coors Field went largely unrewarded—a concerning sign for their ability to capitalize on home-field advantage moving forward.