New York never recovered after Oakland took the lead in the 5th inning with 3 runs utilizing 3 base hits. Carney Lansford led off and started the attack as he laced a single. Mike Davis was next to bat, but he was a strikeout victim. Dave Kingman then smacked a single. One out later, Canseco came up and he belted a three-run homer. Oakland out-hit New York for the game, 13 hits to 6.
Chris Codiroli(6-15) got the win allowing 4 runs in 7 innings. Steve Ontiveros was credited with his 5th save. Ed Whitson(6-14) was the losing pitcher. He allowed Oakland 7 runs in 4 and 2/3 innings of work.
