Braun homers, Brewers routed by A's

The Oakland Athletics followed up a five-run third inning with a four-run fourth in an 11-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in Cactus League play Sunday.

Ryan Braun hit his first homer of the spring in the bottom of the fourth inning.

Prized prospect Jharel Cotton struck out seven over 5 2/3 innings while giving up one run and four hits for Oakland. Bruce Maxwell went 3 for 4 with two homers and four RBIs.

Milwaukee starter Matt Garza was roughed up again, allowing five runs and five hits over 2 1/3 innings. He has an 8.59 ERA in 14 2/3 innings this spring.