Marcus Semien went 1-for-3 with a solo homer Friday against the Astros.

Semien went 1-for-3 with a solo homer Friday against the Astros.

Analysis:

Semien's sixth home run of the season started a rally in the eighth inning of a game the Athletics would come from behind to win. Overall he's having a difficult month while batting .197, but the homers have helped him keep his slugging percentage (.447) at a respectable level.