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In a closely contested matchup at Oracle Park, the San Francisco Giants fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers with a final score of 6-4. The game, which extended into extra innings, saw the Giants' season record adjust to 19-24 while the Dodgers improved to 28-15. Despite a spirited effort from both teams, it was the Dodgers who ultimately secured victory in this first game of the series.

<img src="/imgproxy/rBe519Jb_jI8kf6GP-Gm7fC68uMU-z6ZWKaZS4q4bbI/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2Q5YTEwZGFkODQ4N2UwYjIwYjhlNWQ1NDhhMmM3NzVjLmpwZw==?image_id=4b96eb4c-ce09-4291-a633-400e1d6db7d1" alt="May 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher J.P. Feyereisen (45) delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the tenth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports" title="May 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher J.P. Feyereisen (45) delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the tenth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports" /> The Giants showcased resilience and strategic gameplay throughout. In an impressive second inning rally, they capitalized on three hits to score three runs, momentarily seizing control of the game's momentum. This burst was highlighted by a crucial home run that contributed significantly to their four total runs for the night. However, despite these efforts and securing six hits overall against their opponents' eleven, they were unable to maintain their lead.

Defensively, both teams demonstrated skill and determination on the field. The Giants committed one error over ten innings—a throwing mistake—while successfully turning one double play and recording nine assists in total. Their fielding percentage stood at .975 for this encounter.

<img src="/imgproxy/a4tOoOVO_JEztqrv_v17rDkiOcjacyg8oEHjVa0Wpx8/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlL2M1NmYzNjhlYzIwZDU3NWY2OTdiNjNjZWRmZWE3ZTE5LmpwZw==?image_id=acaeeb9e-20db-41f5-8a12-687d5fab3bfd" alt="May 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Thairo Estrada (39) celebrates after hitting a double against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports" title="May 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Thairo Estrada (39) celebrates after hitting a double against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports" /> On the pitching front, San Francisco's bullpen faced challenges but also had moments of effectiveness against a strong Dodgers lineup. Over five innings pitched by relievers, they struck out nine batters but also conceded four runs on four hits. Their earned run average (ERA) for these innings was calculated at 5.4 with a walks plus hits per inning pitched (WHIP) of 1.2.

The starting pitcher for the Giants also put forth a valiant effort across five innings before handing over duties to the bullpen. They allowed two earned runs on seven hits with an ERA of 3.6 and WHIP standing at 1.4 for their stint on mound.

<img src="/imgproxy/xftmJVbgzniFG6ZS_YUluunEq3FyAp13U9ZWXRrNodY/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzk5NDNlZGM3YzRkN2MzZGYwZjE5MWQwMzdlMzQ5ODQ5LmpwZw==?image_id=94951b98-a32b-45ba-944a-34e292c1286f" alt="May 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports" title="May 13, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a single against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports" /> Despite these commendable performances from various players across hitting, fielding, and pitching departments—the collective effort was not enough to secure victory against a formidable Los Angeles team that managed timely hits including two crucial ones in extra innings leading them towards clinching victory.

Looking ahead after this intense battle under partly cloudy skies witnessed by over thirty-five thousand fans; Oracle Park is set again as host venue when San Francisco Giants face off against Los Angeles Dodgers once more on May 15th at Oracle Park in San Francisco CA USA zip code:94107 scheduled start time is set for May 15th at Oracle Park where fans can catch action live broadcasted via SportsNet LA network ensuring another exciting chapter in this storied rivalry awaits.

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