The A's are on an improbable 6-1 run, including taking two of three from the Rays. Of all their pitchers, Blackburn gives them the best opportunity to extend this streak. Since returning from the IL he has two of three quality starts, including a six inning shutout last time out. He will face Tj Bradley, who struggled to a 6.23 ERA in June. The RAys have a very long list of injured pitchers, and the A's, who are also getting fine relief pitching for the moment, have absolutely nothing to lose today. I am taking the A's to win or at least keep this one close. Take Oakland on the run line at +1 1/2.