Athletics shut out Blue Jays 2-0 to claim series victory

The Oakland Athletics defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 2-0 on September 9 at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento. Rookie center fielder Henry Bolte provided the primary offense with a solo home run in the third inning, his 10th of the season. Tommy White scored the second run on a wild pitch in the fourth inning after opening the frame with a single. The Athletics utilized an opener strategy with Brady Basso, who tossed four scoreless innings, followed by a series of relief appearances that held the Blue Jays scoreless throughout the game. Elvis Alvarado closed the contest to earn his sixth save of the season. The Athletics have now won six of their last eight games and prepare to host the Seattle Mariners starting Friday.

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