San Jose Mercury News · Jun 24, 2017
Davis’ early homer backs Cotton’s gem in A’s win
A’s starter Jharel Cotton and three relievers combined to shut out the Chicago White Sox on Friday night.CHICAGO — Designated hitter Khris Davis went 2-for-3 with a first-inning two-run home run while left fielder Matt Joyce added a solo shot in the fifth as the A’s snapped a four-game losing streak with a 3-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Friday.
Davis clubbed his 19th home run of the season and reached base three times while Joyce hit his ninth homer in the opener of a three-game series at Guaranteed Rate Field and a six-game road trip.
Right-hander Jharel Cotton (5-7) worked five inning for his second straight victory before departing with a blister on his right thumb.