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Joe Boyle and three relievers combined on a two-hitter, JJ Bleday hit a two-run homer and the Oakland Athletics opened a four-game series against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays with a 3-0 victory on Monday night.
Boyle (3-5) threw a career-high 104 pitches and struck out six with three walks for his first victory since April 29.
Grant Holman and Tyler Ferguson each tossed a score
