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The San Francisco Giants leaned on an impressive start from Landen Roupp, who delivered one of his strongest outings of the season in Sunday’s 6-3 victory over the Miami Marlins. Despite an early setback, the right-hander quickly found his rhythm and took control of the game.

Roupp’s lone mistake came in the second inning when he surrendered a three-run home run on a two-strike pitch. Rather than unravel, he responded with authority, retiring 18 consecutive hitters and keeping Miami off balance deep into the game.

By the time he exited in the eighth inning, Roupp had allowed just two hits, striking out six while issuing only two walks.

The outing marked another step forward for Roupp, who continues to emerge as a reliable presence in the rotation. He earned his fifth win of the season and extended his personal winning streak, helping stabilize a Giants pitching staff that has shown increasing consistency in recent weeks.

Schmitt Delivers Again

For the second straight game, Casey Schmitt provided the decisive swing. With the game tied in the seventh inning, Schmitt launched a go-ahead home run to break the deadlock and put San Francisco in front for good.

The rally began with Jung Hoo Lee, who had a standout day at the plate, reaching base multiple times and setting the table at the top of the order. After Lee’s leadoff hit and a walk to Matt Chapman, the Giants executed small ball to move runners into scoring position before Schmitt delivered the big blow.

Schmitt’s back-to-back clutch performances have been instrumental during this stretch, as the Giants continue to find timely offense in key moments.