Since July 9, the Athletics are -26.8 units. That is what happens when teams go all in on pitching and defense and skip offense. They are 8-19 the last 27. Texas is 12-1 their last 13 and totally enjoying their spoiler role.

In their last five games Oakland has a slugging percentage edge of .102. Texas is .130 better last 10. Scott Kazmir has lost four straight decisions. Texas has won two straight with Nick Tepesch (+4.1 units).