A's power surge continues in rout of Rangers

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JJ Bleday hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs, Brent Rooker added a pair of solo homers and the Oakland Athletics opened a three-game series against the Texas Rangers with a 9-2 win on Friday in Arlington, Texas.

Shea Langeliers also homered for Oakland, which has won four of its last five games. JP Sears (11-9) tossed seven strong innings, allowing one run on five