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The Baltimore Orioles defeated the San Francisco Giants 6–2 on April 11 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the home team's two-run homer output proving decisive in a low-scoring affair. San Francisco's pitching staff surrendered six earned runs while allowing nine hits and walking four batters, posting a 4.13 ERA that undermined an otherwise respectable offensive effort; the Giants managed ten hits but could not convert them into runs, finishing with just two RBIs and no home runs. Baltimore's lineup, though striking out 11 times, capitalized on opportunities with six RBIs and two homers across nine hits, while the Orioles' pitchers limited damage by striking out six and allowing just one earned run despite yielding ten hits. The Giants' inability to drive in runners—evidenced by their .648 OPS and lone walk—reflected a broader offensive inefficiency that plagued the visitors throughout the contest. Baltimore's error-free defense complemented solid pitching contributions to secure the victory, suggesting the Orioles' early-season form could sustain momentum in the AL East.