mlb Game Recap
Chris Bassitt Tagged With Loss in Blue Jays-Athletics Match
Oakland got a 8-4 victory over Toronto on Sunday, with JP Sears earning the victory and helping Athletics moneyline bettors cash out.
Bettors who backed the Athletics were rewarded as +130 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.
JP Sears earned the victory for the Athletics, throwing 7 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 3, and allowing 3 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from JJ Bleday in the win.
Toronto's starting pitcher Chris Bassitt worked 4 innings, giving up 8 hits and 7 earned runs while striking out 5 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Luis De Los Santos in a losing cause.
Oakland enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-5 advantage in hits.
Oakland looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against New York. Toronto will aim to get back on the winning track at Los Angeles.