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Athletics Snap 11-Game Losing Streak with Late Rally Against Phillies

Oakland's 5-4 victory ends Philadelphia's nine-game winning streak, highlighted by Willie MacIver's go-ahead single in the eighth inning.

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Overview

  • The Oakland Athletics defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4, ending an 11-game losing streak and snapping the Phillies' nine-game winning streak.
  • Willie MacIver, in his MLB debut, hit a pivotal go-ahead single during a two-run rally in the eighth inning and threw out a runner to secure the final out.
  • Phillies starter Jesús Luzardo struck out 10 batters over seven innings but gave up three early runs, including a leadoff homer by Jacob Wilson.
  • Trea Turner led the Phillies offensively with three RBIs, including a solo home run in the eighth inning that temporarily gave Philadelphia a 4-3 lead.
  • Athletics closer Mason Miller earned his 12th save, pitching for a third consecutive day, while Oakland manager Mark Kotsay and third baseman Miguel Andujar were ejected in the seventh inning.