The Athletics are hanging around near the top of the AL West, just like they do every year, with a balanced roster and strong play on both sides.
Record
48-35
Head-to-head record
Red Sox 1, Athletics 2
Trend
Down. The Athletics spent a lot of time atop their division this year, but the second half of June has not been very kind. They are coming directly off a series loss to the Rangers, and they have not won a series since the one they started against the Angels on June 14.