JJ Bleday’s Three-Run Homer Powers Athletics to 10-4 Win Over Angels in Anaheim

Saturday, September 6th, 2025

Athletics Power Past Los Angeles Angels 10-4 with Explosive Third Inning

JJ Bleday's three-run homer highlighted a massive seven-run third inning as the Oakland Athletics surged past the Los Angeles Angels for a 10-4 victory at Angel Stadium. The game saw the Athletics overturn an early deficit and dominate as the night unfolded.

Game Recap

Oakland's starting pitcher Mason Barnett overcame a turbulent start, where he allowed four runs in the first inning, including three walks and a hit batter—two walks coming with the bases loaded. Despite the rocky beginning, Barnett settled in, allowing just one hit and striking out eight batters over the next four frames to secure his first major league victory in only his second start.

Angels starter José Soriano entered the contest having pitched 12 2/3 scoreless innings in his previous outings, but struggled mightily this time. Soriano surrendered eight runs and six hits over just 2 1/3 innings, walking four and striking out five.

Third Inning Outburst Changes the Game

The Athletics made their move in the third inning while trailing 4-2. Shea Langeliers started the rally with a single. Tyler Soderstrom followed with another single, and Jacob Wilson drew a walk to load the bases. Lawrence Butler drove in a run on an infield single, and Zack Gelof tied the game with an RBI single. A wild pitch brought in another run, giving Oakland a 5-4 lead.

Bleday then delivered the key blow of the night—a three-run, opposite-field homer to left field that extended Oakland’s advantage to 8-4. Brent Rooker capped the inning by being hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, making it 9-4.

Bullpen and Late Offense Secure the Win

Oakland’s bullpen was nearly flawless, as Justin Sterner, Elvis Alvarado, and Michael Kelly combined for four hitless innings to shut down the Angels attack. Lawrence Butler completed a standout three-hit game with a solo home run in the ninth inning.

For the Angels, José Ureña provided five scoreless innings from the bullpen, allowing only two hits and striking out six.

Key Moment

JJ Bleday’s pivotal three-run homer off José Soriano in the third inning shattered the tie, extending the Athletics' lead to 8-4 and giving them the momentum for the remainder of the game.

Key Stat

Mason Barnett and José Soriano combined to throw 63 pitches in a marathon 30-minute first inning, which included six walks, a hit batter, and six total runs scored.

Up Next

The series continues as Athletics right-hander J.T. Ginn (2-6, 5.17 ERA) is scheduled to face Angels left-hander Yusei Kikuchi (6-10, 3.83 ERA) on Saturday night.

In summary

The Oakland Athletics utilized a powerful offensive surge in the third inning, highlighted by JJ Bleday’s three-run home run, to overcome an early Angels lead and secure a 10-4 win. Mason Barnett rebounded from a difficult start on the mound, and the A’s bullpen shut down the Angels for five scoreless innings to secure the victory. This win sets up an exciting continuation of the series, with both teams looking to gain momentum in their next matchup.

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