Boston, MA – Tim Wakefield was denied his 200th win for the 5 victory over Boston game series.
Josh Willingham homered and knocked in four runs, Scott Sizemore blasted a two-run homer and David DeJesus knocked in three RBI in Oakland's seventh win in 10 games.
Gio Gonzalez (11-11) lasted 5 2/3 innings, allowing four runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five for the win.
Wakefield (6-6) allowed eight runs -- four earned -- on eight hits and two walks through four innings. He has not won since July 24 and has allowed 28 runs -- 21 earned -- over his last six starts.
Dustin Pedroia went 2-for-3 with a solo home run as Boston had its three-game win streak snapped.
With losses by both Boston and the New York Yankees Friday, the Red Sox still hold a one-game lead over the Yankees for first place in the AL East.
