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The San Francisco Giants defeated the Washington Nationals 10–5 on April 17 at Nationals Park, with the visitors' offense overwhelming a struggling home pitching staff. San Francisco's bats produced 15 hits and 3 home runs while driving in 10 runs, exploiting Washington's ERA of 6.12 across the contest. The Giants' pitching was equally effective, holding the Nationals to just 8 hits and 4 earned runs while striking out 9 batters. Washington's lineup managed only 8 hits with a .749 OPS despite 2 home runs and 4 RBIs, unable to keep pace with San Francisco's sustained offensive pressure. The game played well above the Vegas total line of 2, as both teams combined for 15 runs and 23 hits in a high-scoring affair. The Giants' balanced attack—three home runs and 10 RBIs—proved decisive against Nationals pitching that surrendered 15 hits. This offensive output signals San Francisco's early-season form could sustain a competitive pace in the NL West.