OAKLAND — The Athletics concluded one of the most eventful homestands in recent memory on a down note Sunday, losing 5-3 to the Cleveland Indians at the Coliseum before a Mother’s Day crowd of 18,891.
Daniel Mengden (0-1), in his first game since being recalled from Triple A Las Vegas, left with the score tied, one out and two on in the sixth inning but ended up the losing pitcher when Ryan Buchter surrendered a three-run home run to Roberto Perez.
Jefry Rodriguez (1-2) gave up three runs in six innings for the Indians before departing in favor of Adam Cimber, Nick Wittgren and Brad Hand.