Texas at Oakland

The Texas Rangers have had a rough go since opening the season at 15-4. They have been a below .500 team since then, and last night they were blanked her by this Oakland team. The offense has produced 2 runs or less now in four of their last six games - certainly making them vulnerable as a road favorite. Brandon McCarthy has shut-down stuff with his 2.95 ERA on the season, which is a stellar 1.97 when he gets the ball at home. After a great pitching performance allowing 2 runs or less in their previous game, the Rangers are 0-8 in their next contest. The A's have won McCarthy's last five starts, and are now 9-4 in his last 13 vs. a winning team, including five straight wins as an underdog. Play on Oakland in this one.