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The San Diego Padres defeated the Miami Marlins 4–2 on July 24 at loanDepot park in a low-scoring affair that fell short of the 9.5-run Vegas total. San Diego's pitching proved decisive, with the Padres' staff striking out 11 batters while allowing just 5 hits and 2 earned runs across a 4.23 ERA performance. Despite managing only 5 hits themselves, the Padres capitalized on efficiency, driving in 4 runs with 1 home run and drawing 7 walks to overcome a .229 batting average. Miami's offense struggled to generate consistent pressure, posting 9 hits and 2 home runs but converting them into just 2 runs while striking out 11 times; the Marlins' pitching surrendered 4 earned runs on limited Padres contact, and Miami compounded its problems with 2 defensive errors. The Padres' superior run prevention and ability to manufacture runs despite modest batting averages proved the difference in a defensive grind. San Diego's pitching depth will be critical as the team looks to maintain momentum in the division race.