mlb Game Recap
Sergio Romo vs Caleb Thielbar Battle Sees Minnesota Fall 7-6
Oakland got a 7-6 victory over Minnesota on Sunday, with Lou Trivino earning the victory and helping Athletics moneyline bettors cash out.
Bettors who backed the Athletics were rewarded as +102 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.5.
Lou Trivino earned the victory for the Athletics, throwing 1.1 innings of work, striking out 0, walking 0, and allowing 1 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from Matt Chapman in the win.
Minnesota's starting pitcher Caleb Thielbar worked 1 innings, giving up 2 hits and 1 earned runs while striking out 1 in the loss. They got 3 hits from Trevor Larnach in a losing cause.
Oakland outhit their counterparts 12-11 in the game.
Next game, Oakland takes its act home to face Houston looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head home to face Chicago.