A's welcome learning experience in rematch vs. Red Sox

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The Athletics are just one loss away from being eliminated from playoff contention, but they could be one heck of a spoiler down the stretch.

Now winners of five games in a row and an American League-best 29 games since July 24, the A's (71-80) will look to secure a series win when they visit the Boston Red Sox (82-69) for the middle contest of a three-game set o