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Rookie Parker Bridwell will look to rebound from his worst outing of the season on Monday when he takes on the A’s in their series opener against the Angels at the Coliseum. Bridwell will start opposite Chris Smith, who is still searching for his first win of the year for Oakland. OAK Homepage News
The Orioles will look to better their postseason chances on Thursday in a city that has been historically tough for them to play well in. OAK Homepage News
One out separated Chris Smith from his first Major League victory since 2008. OAK Homepage News
The A’s announced Friday that they’ve claimed right-handed pitcher Josh Smith off waivers from the Reds. OAK Homepage News
Chris Smith, a fourth-round Draft pick in 2002, is back in the big leagues with Oakland after stepping away from the game in ’10 and re-enrolling in college. In his first eight appearances out of the bullpen, Smith has struck out 20 batters over 15 1/3 innings. OAK Homepage News
Craig Taylor