The Athletics defeated the Los Angeles Angels 17-4 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 6, 2025. J.T. Ginn pitched five innings, allowing one run and striking out five to earn the win. The game saw the Athletics improve their record to 65-77, while the Angels fell to 66-75.
Offensively, the Athletics had strong performances from several players. Cortes went 2-for-2 with a home run and three RBIs, while Bleday also went 2-for-2 with a home run and three RBIs. Soderstrom contributed with a double and four RBIs, helping the team secure a commanding victory.
The Athletics started strong, scoring three runs in the first inning. They added four more in the second, giving them a commanding lead early. The Angels managed their first run in the third inning, but the Athletics continued to control the game. In the eighth, the Athletics scored five more runs, followed by three in the ninth, sealing their victory. The Angels added two runs in the eighth and one in the ninth, but it was not enough to close the gap. The Athletics finished with a 17-4 win.
J.T. Ginn was the winning pitcher for the Athletics. He pitched 5 innings, giving up 5 hits and 1 run while striking out 5. This performance helped secure the victory for the Athletics.
On the batting side, several Athletics players had strong performances. Cortes hit a home run and had 3 RBIs in his 2 at-bats. Thomas also contributed with a home run and 3 RBIs. Soderstrom added 4 RBIs, helping the team achieve their high score.
Yusei Kikuchi took the loss for the Angels. He pitched 2 innings, allowing 6 hits and 7 runs. Despite the loss, Adell managed to hit a home run and drove in 1 run for the Angels.
What’s Next
The Athletics’ win over the Angels has important implications for the standings. The Athletics now hold a 65-77 record, placing them 5th in the West. The Angels, with their 66-75 record, remain 4th in the West. This game did not alter the teams’ positions in the standings, but it did close the gap between them. The Athletics are now just one win behind the Angels. As the season progresses, every game becomes more significant for both teams.
The Athletics will continue their series against the Angels on September 7, 2025, at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The game is set to start at 4:07 PM. After this, they will head home to face the Boston Red Sox on September 8, 2025, at 10:05 PM, beginning a new series at Sutter Health Park.
The Angels will also play against the Athletics on September 7, 2025, at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, with the game beginning at 4:07 PM. Following this, they will start a series against the Minnesota Twins at home on September 8, 2025, with the first game scheduled for 9:38 PM.
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Last updated:September 7, 2025 Angels, Athletics