Tribe backs sharp Tomlin with 4 HRs, sinks A’s

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CLEVELAND — The Indians’ lineup experienced a power outage over the past week, making the potential need for offensive help via trade a little more more glaring. On Saturday, Cleveland turned things around for at least one night, launching four home runs in a 6-3 win over the A’s at Progressive Field.

Jason Kipnis, Jose Ramirez, Abraham Almonte and Mike Napoli each cleared the fence for the American League Central-leading Indians, who had just one homer in their previous six games. Right-hander Josh Tomlin was the beneficiary, cruising to his 11th win after logging seven solid innings, in which he struck out seven and allowed two runs.

Napoli now leads the Indians with 23 home runs. With the victory, Cleveland remains 4 1/2 games ahead of the Tigers in the division.

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