ARLINGTON — One of A’s manager Bob Melvin’s goals for his club in the second half of the season has been to play better within the division. Against the Texas Rangers, they’ve been nothing short of dominant.
The A’s defeated the Rangers 4-1 on Thursday night at Globe Life Park to earn their seventh straight victory against Texas and improve their overall record to 10-6 against the club.
Sean Manaea was hoping for one more start to end his season on a good note. Back issues put that chance in jeopardy as he was scratched him from his scheduled start last week, but after receiving a cortisone shot a few days ago, the left-hander felt much better and ended his year in an impressive fashion.