Athletics rout Indians

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Eric Chavez hit a two-run double and also singled in run to help Gio Gonzalez win for the first time in three starts, and the Oakland Athletics pounded the Cleveland Indians 11-0 on Sunday to take the series.

Eric Patterson homered and hit a two-run triple, matching his career high with three RBIs.

Kevin Kouzmanoff returned to the A’s lineup and added a three-run double. He sat out Saturday to give him time to heal after fouling a pitch off his foot. Kouzmanoff’s fifth-inning hit chased Justin Masterson (0-3).

For Chavez, this was an encouraging sign after several frustrating, injury-filled seasons. The six-time Gold Glove third baseman is now the A’s designated hitter batting in the cleanup spot.

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