
Jon Lester could not find his command. Sam Fuld and Brandon Moss hit solo home runs, Lester combined with three relievers on a seven-hitter and Oakland beat the Seattle Mariners 4-0. Oakland won consecutive games for the first time in three weeks and, more importantly, stretched its edge for a playoff spot. The A's now hold a 1 1/2-game advantage over Kansas City and a 2 1/2-game lead over the Mariners.
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