Sea Dogs Extend Winning Streak Over Curve

Portland's minor league baseball team secures third consecutive victory against rival Altoona Curve.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:38am

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An abstract painting featuring bold, sweeping brushstrokes in neon shades of blue, orange, and green, conveying the dynamic energy and competitive spirit of a minor league baseball game.The Portland Sea Dogs' recent dominance over their Eastern League rivals has been fueled by their explosive offensive power and tenacious defensive play.Portland Today

The Portland Sea Dogs, the Double-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, continued their recent dominance over the Altoona Curve with a third straight win on Tuesday night at Hadlock Field in Portland, Maine. The Sea Dogs have now won three games in a row against their Pennsylvania-based rivals.

Why it matters

The Sea Dogs' success against the Curve is an encouraging sign for the team's development and competitiveness within their Eastern League division. Maintaining a winning record against divisional opponents is crucial for the Sea Dogs to secure a playoff berth and potentially advance to the Eastern League championship.

The details

The Sea Dogs jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, scoring runs in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th innings to build a comfortable advantage. Pitching was the key for the home team, as Sea Dogs starter Brayan Bello delivered a strong outing, going 6 innings and allowing just 2 runs. The Curve struggled to mount a comeback, managing only 5 hits on the night.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, April 16, 2026 at Hadlock Field in Portland, Maine.
  • This was the third meeting of the season between the Sea Dogs and Curve, with Portland having won the previous two matchups.

The players

Brayan Bello

The starting pitcher for the Portland Sea Dogs, who delivered a solid 6-inning performance to lead his team to victory.

Portland Sea Dogs

The Double-A minor league baseball affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, playing in the Eastern League.

Altoona Curve

The Double-A minor league baseball affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates, playing in the Eastern League and serving as a rival to the Portland Sea Dogs.

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What they’re saying

“Our pitching has really been the key to our success against the Curve this season. Brayan Bello set the tone early and our bullpen did a great job closing it out.”

— Corey Wimberly, Manager, Portland Sea Dogs

What’s next

The Sea Dogs and Curve will meet again on Wednesday for the fourth game of their series at Hadlock Field.

The takeaway

The Portland Sea Dogs have established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the Eastern League, building momentum with three straight wins over their divisional rival Altoona Curve. Their strong pitching and timely hitting have been the keys to their success so far this season.