Mengden seeks better results vs. Astros
(MLB.com Oakland Athletics)

The A`s will send right-hander Daniel Mengden to the bump for today`s series finale against the Astros. Mengden is 0-3 with a 7.23 ERA in five career starts against Houston, including an April 28 loss on the road, when he allowed five runs (four earned) in 2 1/3 innings.