A's secure series win over Rangers with 5-2 victory

The Oakland Athletics defeated the Texas Rangers 5-2 at Sutter Health Park on August 16, 2026, securing their second series win of the second half. Jacob Lopez delivered a strong performance on the mound, pitching six innings with two earned runs and striking out six. Lawrence Butler hit a two-run home run to give the A's an early lead, while Zack Gelof followed with a two-run shot in the seventh inning. Rookie Tommy White also contributed by hitting his first major league home run in the eighth. The A's bullpen combined for three shutout innings to close out the game. Next, Oakland travels to Kansas City for a four-game series against the Royals.

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