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The Colorado Rockies defeated the San Francisco Giants 8–6 on May 29 at Coors Field in a slugfest that exceeded expectations at the high-altitude venue. Colorado's offense proved decisive, combining 13 hits with 3 home runs and 7 RBIs to overcome a relatively pedestrian .690 OPS, while the Giants managed 12 hits but zero homers despite matching the Rockies' 6 RBIs. San Francisco's pitching staff struggled significantly, allowing 13 hits and 8 earned runs with a 4.28 ERA, though they did strike out 8 batters. The Rockies' bullpen wasn't sharp either, posting a 5.19 ERA while giving up 12 hits, but Colorado's three-run advantage in the home run department proved the difference in this offensive affair. Both teams struck out 7–8 times, indicating aggressive approaches at the plate, though neither lineup demonstrated consistent contact quality with OPS figures in the .680s. The Rockies' power display at altitude offset their defensive cleanness and weaker overall offensive efficiency, a trend that could signal Colorado's ability to compete in thin-air games despite middling overall metrics. San Francisco's inability to generate extra-base hits will need addressing as the team continues its road trip.