Shea Langeliers, A's handle Justin Verlander, Astros

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Shea Langeliers clubbed a two-run home run in the first inning and the visiting Oakland Athletics claimed a surprising series victory over the Houston Astros with a 6-2 win on Tuesday.

Oakland (46-99) entered the series having lost nine of 10 games against the American League West-leading Astros this season. The Athletics jumped to a 3-0 lead against Houston right-hander Justi