Los Angeles Downed 2-1 By Oakland - Jordan Walden Takes Loss

Los Angeles Downed 2-1 By Oakland - Jordan Walden Takes Loss

The battle wasn't settled until inning No. 10 as Los Angeles was handed a 2-1 defeat against Oakland on Wednesday at Angel Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Athletics were rewarded as +152 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 7.5.

Oakland got 7 innings from Tyson Ross, who gave up 0 earned runs on 4 hits, while striking out 3. Brian Fuentes earned the victory, while the Athletics got 1 RBI from Daric Barton in the win.

Los Angeles' starting pitcher Dan Haren worked 7 innings, giving up 3 hits and 0 earned runs while striking out 1 in the loss. They got 1 hit from Bobby Abreu in a losing cause.

Oakland outhit their counterparts 6-5 in the game.

Brad Ziegler pitched the final 1 inning for the save. He struck out 0 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.

Oakland heads into a battle against Texas. Los Angeles, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tampa Bay.