Adjustment in tow, Lawrence Butler showcases power as A’s defeat Angels

OAKLAND — As Lawrence Butler roamed around Oakland’s dugout fresh off hitting a three-run home run, he sought out bench coach and director of hitting Darren Bush. While the team was in Arizona, Butler, Bush and manager Mark Kotsay had a meeting of the minds. They collaborated. Butler adapted. With the fruits of that collective labor having just paid off, Butler responded with a show of affection.

A surprise hug.

“It was spur of the moment,” Butler laughed. “I was just really appreciative of him.