Sea Dogs Defeat Curve With Offensive Outburst

Franklin Arias and Gage Ziehl lead Portland to victory in Eastern League matchup.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:48am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a baseball game, with players' forms dissolving into vibrant brushstrokes.The Sea Dogs' offensive explosion and Ziehl's dominant pitching performance fuel a high-scoring victory over the Curve.Portland Today

The Portland Sea Dogs defeated the Altoona Curve 8-6 in an Eastern League game on Wednesday night. Franklin Arias hit a leadoff home run and scored four runs, while starting pitcher Gage Ziehl struck out six over five scoreless innings to earn the win. The Sea Dogs collected 12 hits, including multiple hits from Arias, Tyler McDonough, and others, to power their offense.

Why it matters

This victory continues the Sea Dogs' strong start to the season, as they improve to 6-4 and remain near the top of the Eastern League standings. The Curve, on the other hand, are still searching for their first win of the year, sitting at 0-11 through the early part of the season.

The details

Franklin Arias set the tone early, launching a leadoff home run to start the game. The Sea Dogs then erupted for a five-run third inning, highlighted by a two-run triple from Will Turner and an RBI double from Tyler McDonough. Arias finished the game 2-for-3 with four runs scored, while McDonough went 3-for-4 at the plate. On the mound, Gage Ziehl pitched five scoreless innings, striking out six batters, to earn the win for Portland.

  • The game took place on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Franklin Arias

A Sea Dogs outfielder who hit a leadoff home run and scored four runs in the victory.

Gage Ziehl

The Sea Dogs starting pitcher who struck out six over five scoreless innings to earn the win.

Will Turner

A Sea Dogs player who hit a two-run triple during the team's five-run third inning.

Tyler McDonough

A Sea Dogs player who went 3-for-4 at the plate, including an RBI double.

Michael Sansone

The Sea Dogs relief pitcher who recorded the final four outs to earn the save.

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What they’re saying

“Franklin Arias really set the tone for us with that leadoff home run. Our offense was clicking all night, and Gage Ziehl gave us a great start on the mound.”

— Sea Dogs Manager

What’s next

The Sea Dogs will look to continue their strong start to the season when they return home to face the Binghamton Rumble Ponies in a three-game series starting on Friday.

The takeaway

The Sea Dogs' offensive outburst and solid pitching performance from Ziehl led them to a crucial victory over the struggling Curve. If Portland can maintain this level of play, they could be a team to watch in the Eastern League this season.