By Mark Thoma / MLB.com

The A's Wives exchange high-fives during player introductions. (Chris Shuttlesworth/MLB.com)

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After the game, a 10-3 A's Wives victory, the Giants Wives auctioned off memorabilia (donated by both A's and Giants Wives) on top of the Giants' dugout to benefit the Giants Community Fund, Comfort for Kids and the Step to the Plate Foundation.

The game itself was the main attraction for an audience of fans and husbands, and the A's Wives put the Giants Wives away early by batting around in a six-run first inning. The Giants Wives quickly settled down defensively but couldn't close the scoring gap in the seven-inning contest.

Jeanne Miller, wife of A's catcher Damian Miller, was the de facto MVP, swatting a triple and two home runs. The strong-armed Ericka Ransom, playing the same position as her husband, Cody Ransom, made a slew of strong plays for the Giants Wives.

The wives on both sides had a friendly but nonetheless competitive time.

"I think we all get a little bit nervous as it's approaching," said Kandice Righetti, wife of Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti. "But once we get here, it's a lot of fun."

The A's, who evened the all-time series at 4-4, were determined throughout and were happy to come out on top.

"We didn't have to have practices, [but] we like to practice," said Kim Hudson, wife of A's pitcher Tim Hudson. "We're too competitive, I think. If we hadn't won, this wouldn't have been as fun."

Still, the mood was light, as children scampered around in foul territory and wives accessorized their husbands' jerseys as best one can an oversized swath of polyester.

For their part, the husbands watched intently but remained silent spectators -- no cheering or coaching here.

"You just leave 'em alone and let 'em have fun," said Giants catcher A.J. Pierzynski.

Mark Thoma is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

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