OAKLAND -- Rangers starter Yovani Gallardo had a less-than-memorable night against the Athletics on Friday, allowing five runs in 4 1/3 innings in an 8-4 loss at the Coliseum.
The night was more memorable for right-handed reliever Adrian Sampson, even though he didn't get the desired results. At least he can say he is back in the big leagues and now he can concentrate on doing something to impress the Rangers for next season.
The Rangers will give him that chance.
Sampson came on to pitch the sixth inning for his second Major League appearance.