After blowout win, Athletics look to unleash even more power vs. Astros

Oakland, CA — One inning into the weekend, the Athletics have already flipped the early-season script. After mustering only 17 runs while dropping five of their first six games, Oakland erupted for 11 runs Friday night against the Houston Astros, and outfielder Lawrence Butler believes that outburst is the true identity of his club. The A’s will try to replicate that offensive surge Saturday afternoon in the middle contest of the series, hoping the momentum from their blowout victory signals a lasting turnaround rather than a one-night anomaly. First pitch is scheduled for afternoon action at the Coliseum, with the club eager to string together consecutive high-scoring performances for the first time this season.