October 1, 1985: A's (68-90) at Rangers (79-78)

Catcher Don Slaught had 2 base hits at ARLINGTON STADIUM as the Texas Rangers beat the Oakland Athletics by the count of 5 to 3. 

Chris Welsh(4-3) won the game with a masterful relief performance. He did not allow a hit or a walk in his 1 inning. Oakland could do no damage in the 9th. Welsh was helped out by Greg Harris who recorded his 37th save. 

Don Sutton(9-19) was charged with the loss. He gave up 5 runs and 6 hits in 7 innings.