Rays Defeat A’s 12-4

The Athletics suffered a disappointing 12-4 defeat to the Rays in Sacramento, putting them at risk of a home sweep in their series. Starter Mason Barnett struggled, allowing six runs in four innings, while Tampa’s Nick Martinez pitched a complete game. The A’s offense only showed life through a two-run homer from Lawrence Butler, with the team now facing the possibility of landing in last place in the American League. The series concludes with a challenging matchup against Tampa’s ace Drew Rasmussen.

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