Ryan Noda highlighted a four-run fourth inning with a three-run homer as the Oakland Athletics ended an 11-game losing streak, beating the visiting Atlanta Braves 7-2 on Monday
Matt Olson homered for Atlanta, which entered the contest with the National League's best winning percentage. Even after opening the three-game series with its first victory since May 16, Oakland owns the majors' worst record at 11-45.
The A's utilized four pitchers, including Lucas Erceg (1-0), who earned the win after not allowing a hit over three scoreless innings.
Atlanta held a 1-0 lead before the A's rallied with four runs in the fifth inning against Michael Soroka (0-1).