Athletics Edge Astros 4-3 in 12 Innings

The Oakland Athletics secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros in 12 innings, utilizing a series of bunts to take the lead. In the top of the 12th, Daz Cameron started with a bunt single, followed by Max Schuemann's sacrifice bunt that allowed Zack Gelof to score due to a throwing error by Astros pitcher Hector Neris. Nick Allen's pop-up bunt then brought Cameron home, giving Oakland a crucial 4-2 lead. Despite Jose Altuve's RBI double in the bottom of the inning, the Astros could not capitalize further, stranding Altuve at third. Athletics' starter JP Sears excelled with six shutout innings, while the Astros struggled with runners in scoring position throughout the game, going 2-for-17. This win keeps the Athletics' hopes alive as they continue their season amid a challenging campaign.