Athletics Prevail 1-0 Against Blue Jays With Rooker's Homer

TORONTO (AP) — The Oakland Athletics secured a narrow 1-0 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday, thanks to a stellar pitching performance from Osvaldo Bido and three relievers, who combined to allow just two hits. This win marked the Athletics' ninth shutout of the season. Brent Rooker provided the game's only run with a two-out home run in the sixth inning, his 29th of the season, despite the initial call being overturned after a replay review. Toronto's star player, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., extended his hitting streak to 22 games, matching the longest of his career, which he set in 2022. Guerrero managed one hit in four at-bats, along with a walk, but struck out five times during the game. The Blue Jays struggled offensively, with Guerrero's single being their only hit until the late innings. Blue Jays pitcher Yariel Rodríguez, who is still seeking his first win of the season, allowed one run and five hits over 5 2/3 innings, while striking out five and walking one. The Athletics have been in a tight contest, playing their seventh one-run game in the last 14 outings. In roster news, the Blue Jays claimed right-handed pitcher Luis Frías off waivers from Arizona and assigned him to Triple-A Buffalo. Looking ahead, Toronto's Chris Bassitt is set to face his former team in the series finale on Sunday, with a record of 9-10 and a 3.95 ERA.