Spring Game Thread #15: A’s vs. Rangers

The Oakland A’s haven’t lost in their last six Cactus League games, including five wins and a tie. They’ll look to increase the streak against Mike Minor and the Rangers on Friday.

Lineup:

1. Jorge Mateo, SS
2. Franklin Barreto, 2B
3. Chad Pinder, LF
4. Matt Chapman, 3B
5. Mark Canha, 1B
6. Jake Smolinski, CF
7. Sheldon Neuse, DH
8. Josh Phegley, C
9. Boog Powell, RF

On the mound will be Paul Blackburn, who threw three scoreless innings his last time out. Also on the lineup card in the bullpen: Daniel Mengden, Nolan Blackwood, Lou Trivino, Simon Castro, Kyle Finnegan, Sam Bragg, James Naile, Jeremy Bleich, Eric Jokisch, and Jarret Martin.

Let’s Go A’s!