Angels-Athletics game story, for Friday
(LA Times Auto Racing)

Ricky Nolasco had extra days between starts to work on mechanical issues and it paid off as he led the Los Angeles Angels to a 2-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Thursday night to earn the series sweep. Nolasco (2-2) threw 5 2/3 innings, allowing one run and three hits. The Angels (12-12)...