Giants Defeat Dodgers After Paxton Struggles

James Paxton of the Los Angeles Dodgers had a rough outing against the San Francisco Giants, allowing nine runs on 12 hits over four innings, resulting in a 10-4 loss. The Giants dominated with a season-high 10 doubles and 11 extra-base hits, with Matt Chapman homering and driving in three runs. Spencer Bivens shone in his first career start for the Giants, while Chris Taylor homered for the Dodgers. Despite the loss, the Dodgers had won four straight series against the Giants before this game. Will Smith was pivotal in the Dodgers' 14-7 extra-innings win on Saturday, contributing a two-run double that sparked a seven-run 11th inning.