Moss has homers in two of his last three games and 13 on the year. The first baseman also tripled in the game, his third already this season. Moss likely won't replicate the .291 batting average he finished with in 2012, but he is well on his way to another 20-homer season.
Moss homers, scores twice as A's beat Rangers
Brandon Moss | OAK
(June 19, 2013 12:22 AM EDT)
Brandon Moss went 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs scored as the A's beat the Rangers 6-2 on Tuesday.
Jaso hits 2nd homer as Athletics top Rangers
John Jaso | OAK
(June 19, 2013 12:18 AM EDT)
John Jaso hit his second home run of the season as the A's beat the Rangers on Tuesday.
Jaso doesn't put a charge in one often, so it's even more surprising when he hits one off the likes of Rangers starter Yu Darvish. In fact, Jaso's game is so predicated on getting on base that he actually owns a higher OBP than slugging percentage, sporting a .281/.379/.371 line for the year.
Parker picks up sixth victory against Rangers
Jarrod Parker | OAK
(June 19, 2013 12:07 AM EDT)
Jarrod Parker allowed two runs over seven innings in a win against the Rangers on Tuesday.
Parker had a miserable start to the season but has been just as terrific recently, as he's now turned in a quality start in each of his last eight outings. The right-hander limited the Rangers to three hits and two walks in his seven innings on Tuesday, striking out four. The win finally evened his record at 6-6 after he was 1-5 at one point. He'll take on the Mariners Sunday in Seattle.
Jordan Lyles goes seven strong vs. Brews
Jordan Lyles | HOU
(June 19, 2013 12:03 AM EDT)
Jordan Lyles spun seven innings of one-run ball in Tuesday's 10-1 victory over the Brewers.
Lyles permitted seven hits, didn't walk anyone and struck out five. It continues a run of excellent work from the young right-hander, as Lyles now boasts a 1.61 ERA over his last seven starts. He needs to be in fantasy lineups this weekend in Chicago against the Cubs.
Darvish mortal as Rangers fall to Athletics
Yu Darvish | TEX
(June 19, 2013 12:02 AM EDT)
Yu Darvish allowed five runs -- four earned -- in six innings in a loss to the A's on Tuesday.
Even Darvish's bad starts aren't all that bad, as he still managed to strike out 10 A's batters. Still, you could tell he didn't have his best stuff, as he served up homers to John Jaso and Brandon Moss among his six hits allowed. He'll go again Sunday in St. Louis in an interleague matchup.
Alfredo Figaro struggles against Astros
Alfredo Figaro | MLW
(June 18, 2013 11:57 PM EDT)
Alfredo Figaro gave up five runs -- four earned -- over 4 1/3 frames in Tuesday's loss to the Astros.
He yielded five hits, walked a pair and struck out three. Figaro tossed seven shutout innings against the Marlins his last time out, but he was unable to duplicate that effort in another favorable matchup. If he gets another start, it will come this weekend against the Braves.
Brandon Crawford leaves with sprained fingers
Brandon Crawford | SF
(June 18, 2013 11:54 PM EDT)
Brandon Crawford left Tuesday's game against the Padres with sprains of his index and middle fingers on his right hand.
Crawford suffered the ailment during a stolen base attempt in the second inning. It's not clear at this point how serious it is. The Giants should have an update on his status after the game.
Source:
Chris Haft on Twitter
Lee dominates Nationals in 4-2 Phillies win
Cliff Lee | PHI
(June 18, 2013 11:52 PM EDT)
Cliff Lee held the Nationals to two runs over eight innings in the Phillies' 4-2 win on Tuesday.
It was classic Lee, as he allowed two solo home runs but just five hits total on the evening. He also had nine strikeouts and no walks for the night, moving him to a 98:17 K:BB ratio on the year. The left-hander's name has been mentioned in trade rumors of late, but wherever he pitches he'll continue to be one of the best starters in the game. His next start will come Monday in San Diego.
Matt Dominguez belts grand slam Tuesday
Matt Dominguez | HOU
(June 18, 2013 11:49 PM EDT)
Matt Dominguez smacked a grand slam in Tuesday's win over the Brewers.
Dominguez lofted a Tom Gorzelanny pitch high into the air and ultimately into the Crawford Boxes in the seventh inning. He also added a single and a sacrifice fly. Dominguez is batting only .236 this season, but he now has 10 homers and 40 RBI, numbers much better than expected from the slick fielder.
Young doubles his pleasure against Nationals
Michael Young | PHI
(June 18, 2013 11:45 PM EDT)
Michael Young went 3-for-4 with three doubles in the Phillies' win over the Nationals on Tuesday.
Young doubled in a run and scored in the Phillies' decisive three-run sixth inning, his second of the night against Nationals starter Ross Detwiler. The 36-year-old is hitting .288/.356/.390 this season.