Athletics: Knuckleballer Tom Candiotti (8-14) won his third straight start.

Blue Jays: Shortstop Alex Gonzalez missed the game because of a bruised right hand. He was hit with a pitch Sunday and is day-to-day.

Angels: Troy Percival got three outs for his 31st save.

Mariners: Seattle's six-game road winning steak came to an end.

Rangers: Texas has won five of eight at Jacobs Field and is 13-11 overall at the park.

Pub Date: 8/12/98