A’s come out on top of Astros 3-1
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The Athletics Oaklnd got the scoring started today, something that has been rare recently. After a 1-2-3 inning from JP Sears (which included a HBP but also a double play), the bats got to work against Houston starter Spencer Arrighetti. Facing the young right-hander, the first two A’s got on base for DH Brent Rooker. And all he did was drive in both with a double down the left field line: That gave Sears an early lead with which to work with. That’s not something he’s had a lot of this year. He...

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