After a disappointing loss on July 3rd, the Oakland A’s came into Independence Day looking to win the series clincher against the Minnesota Twins. It was a tight contest filled with tense moments, but the A’s blew it open in the 8th inning and ultimately prevailed 7-2.
Thin Pitching
The A’s came into Thursday’s game seemingly at a pitching disadvantage. While borderline ace Jose Berrios started for the Twins, the A’s trotted out the struggling Tanner Anderson. Additionally, Bob Melvin had been forced to use just about all the high-leverage relievers in an extra inning game the previous night.