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Nick Kurtz's 5 RBIs, HRs by Zack Gelof and Brent Rooker Lead Athletics to 14-6 Win over Angels
Nick Kurtz had three hits and five RBIs as Oakland scored 12 runs with two outs and snapped a three-game skid.
On Tuesday, the Athletics defeated the Los Angeles Angels 14-6, powered by Nick Kurtz's three hits and five RBIs that snapped a three-game skid.
Athletics hitters sparked a six-run third inning, while Angels starter Reid Detmers allowed eight runs and eight hits in 5 2/3 innings.
Mike Trout hit his 12th homer of the season, his 43rd career homer against the Athletics, tying him with Rafael Palmeiro and Alex Rodriguez for the most since 1968.
The loss marks the Angels' seventh defeat in their past eight games, leaving them with a 17-32 record after losing 22 of 28 games since an 11-10 start.
RHP Aaron Civale will start for the Athletics against Angels RHP Jack Kochanowicz on Wednesday night following a contest where the Athletics pounded out 15 hits.