The Rays blanked the Athletics 3-0 to complete a three-game sweep.
UNSUCCESSFUL CHALLENGE
Prior to Margot’s two-run single, Brandon Lowe came to the plate with runners on first and third and was hit by a pitch. The A’s challenged the ruling, but the call was upheld.The A’s drew a crowd of 4,838 and a combined 10,096 during the three-game series. Oakland is last in the majors in average attendance following offseason trades of stars Matt Olson, Matt Chapman, Chris Bassitt and Sean Manaea.
Athletics: LHP Cole Irvin is being evaluated for shoulder tightness. If he is forced to miss his scheduled start Friday, LHP Zach Logue would pitch in his place. ... C Stephen Vogt played catch Tuesday and has resumed other baseball activities. ... OF Ramón Laureano is on track to rejoin the team Sunday when first eligible to return from his 80-game PED suspension.Rays: RHP Robert Dugger, designated for assignment Monday, was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds.