Texas Rangers (16-16) dropped a four-game series 3-1 against the Athletics (17-15) with a Thursday shutout at Globe Life Field.
Coming off a ninth inning collapse Wednesday, the Rangers looked to bounce back to even out the series. Texas has lost five of its seven matchups against the Athletics this season.
Pitcher Tyler Mahle started on the mound, entering the game with an undefeated 3-0 record.
Offensive struggles have plagued the team early in the season and continued Thursday. Absences from shortstop Corey Seager and catcher Kyle Higashioka only added to the woes.
