mlb Game Recap
Athletics vs Boston Game Final 5-3 - J.T. Ginn Earns Win
Athletics got a 5-3 victory over Boston on Thursday, with J.T. Ginn earning the victory and helping Athletics moneyline bettors cash out.
Bettors who backed the Athletics were rewarded as +125 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.
J.T. Ginn earned the victory for the Athletics, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 3, walking 1, and allowing 5 hits and 2 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Brent Rooker in the win.
Boston got a 4-inning outing from Brayan Bello in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 2 walks and 5 hits in his time on the mound, while Trevor Story had 2 hits in the loss for the Red Sox.
Athletics outhit their counterparts 8-7 in the game.
Hogan Harris pitched the final 2 innings for the save. He struck out 3 and allowed 1 hits in his outing.
Athletics looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Pittsburgh. Boston will aim to get back on the winning track at Tampa Bay.