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Javier goes 6 strong, Bregman homers as Astros down A’s 6-3

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By KRISTIE RIEKEN
AP Sports Writer

HOUSTON (AP) — Cristian Javier threw six shutout innings, Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer and the Houston Astros swept the Oakland Athletics with a 6-3 win. Bregman’s 16th homer against Cole Irvin was his second straight day with a two-run shot in the first. He also hit an RBI double in the seventh. Jose Altuve doubled home two runs in the second as the AL West leaders built a big early lead in their fourth consecutive victory.  Javier allowed one single and walked three in his first win since July 1.

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