J.T. Ginn shines as Athletics secure victory over Mets in West Sacramento
- J.T. Ginn pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing one run and leading the Athletics to victory.
- The Athletics scored two runs in the fourth inning to take the lead and added an insurance run in the seventh.
- With this win, the Athletics secured their second home victory in West Sacramento, while Jacob Wilson extended his hitting streak.
In West Sacramento, California, on Saturday, J.T. Ginn made a significant impact in his first start of the season, leading the Athletics to a 3-1 victory against the New York Mets. The game marked the Athletics' second home win since their relocation to West Sacramento. Ginn, a former Mets prospect, pitched into the sixth inning, allowing only one run on four hits, including a solo homer by Brandon Nimmo. Throughout his five-plus innings, Ginn struck out six batters and issued two walks, showcasing a strong performance that was crucial for his team. The Athletics established their lead in the fourth inning, where they capitalized on a shaky outing from Mets pitcher David Peterson. Jacob Wilson initiated the scoring with a leadoff double, and Tyler Soderstrom drove him in. Following that, Soderstrom scored on a fielder's choice groundout from JJ Bleday, allowing the Athletics to take a 2-0 advantage. As the game progressed, Jhonny Pereda added some insurance with an RBI double in the seventh inning, just after Nimmo's home run reduced the lead to 2-1 in the sixth. Defensively, the Athletics showcased resilience, especially in the eighth inning when reliever Tyler Ferguson walked Juan Soto but quickly regrouped to retire the heart of the Mets' lineup, including notable hitters such as Pete Alonso, Nimmo, and Starling Marte. This proved to be a pivotal moment in maintaining their lead and ultimately securing the win. Furthermore, Jacob Wilson's performance was noteworthy; he extended his hitting streak to 15 games, setting a new franchise record for the Athletics for the longest hitting streak to begin a season. The Mets faced some difficulties as well, with center fielder Jose Siri leaving the game due to a bruised left shin after fouling a ball off his leg. He is currently considered day-to-day. Following this game, the Athletics are set to conclude their three-game series against the Mets with Luis Severino on the mound as they look to build on their recent success.