Starting rotations around the majors have been slow to get going in this unusual 2020 season, and the Oakland A’s unit has been no exception. Unfortunately, on Tuesday neither the vaunted offense nor hot bullpen could pick up the slack.
The A’s nearly doubled their season total in runs allowed, as they were unable to find any answers against the Colorado Rockies’ lineup in an 8-3 loss at the Coliseum.
Starter Daniel Mengden allowed three runs in four innings, and the Rockies added five more against three Oakland relievers. Meanwhile, the A’s had their share of opportunities at the plate but couldn’t find the big hit, leaving a total eight men on base but collectively missing out on 19 opportunities to drive someone home.