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Jordan Lyles Tagged With Loss in Athletics-Rangers Match

Texas dropped a 6-3 decision at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on Sunday as Oakland legged out a win behind winning pitcher James Kaprielian.

Bettors who backed the Athletics were rewarded as -250 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.

Oakland got 0.2 innings from Yusmeiro Petit, who gave up 1 earned runs on 1 hits, while striking out 0. James Kaprielian earned the victory, while the Athletics got 2 RBIs from Sean Murphy in the win.

Texas got a 5.1-inning outing from Jordan Lyles in the loss. He gave up 6 earned runs, 4 walks and 10 hits in his time on the mound, while Isiah Kiner-Falefa had 2 hits in the loss for the Rangers.

Oakland outhit their counterparts 12-4 in the game.

Lou Trivino pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.

Oakland looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Cleveland. Texas will aim to get back on the winning track at Seattle.