What happened: The Athletics rallied all the way back from a seven-run deficit against the Los Angeles Angels, dragging the game into extra innings. Nick Kurtz factored into the comeback, working at-bats and helping Oakland chip away at the margin late. The game remains in progress with the deficit erased.
Why it matters: The Athletics, hovering near .500 at 37-38, came into the day already ahead 2-0 in the season series against an Angels club sitting at 30-46. A rally of this size shows how the lineup has stayed competitive even with an even run differential, and it keeps a winnable series firmly in the Athletics' grip.
By the numbers: Season series: Athletics lead 2-0. Recent meetings — June 19: Athletics 12, Angels 11; June 18: Athletics 5, Angels 0. Athletics 37-38 this season, averaging 4.6 runs scored and allowing 5.2. Angels 30-46, averaging 4.4 scored and 5.0 allowed.
What to watch: Watch how the extra frames play out and whether the Angels' bullpen can keep the game level after surrendering the lead.