Irvin allowed two runs on six hits and one walk with eight strikeouts through seven innings, taking a no-decision in Saturday's 8-6 loss to the Rangers.
Irvin left Saturday's game ahead by four runs, but the Oakland bullpen swiftly worked to undo the southpaw's superb effort. After a rocky August and beginning to September that saw Irvin post a K:BB of 11:11 through six starts, the A's and fantasy managers alike are jumping for joy over his eight strikeouts. He tentatively lines up to toe the rubber again Friday against the Angels.