Sea Dogs pound Flying Squirrels

Portland Sea Dogs – 11
Richmond Flying Squirrels – 2

Portland’s bat and ball combine in decisive victory

The Portland Sea Dogs turned out a one‑for‑all performance on Thursday night in Richmond, Virginia, earning an 11‑2 win over the Richmond Flying Squirrels in an Eastern League contest. The victory was powered by a flurry of offensive highlights and a pitching staff that held the opponents scoreless in the final inning.

A storm in the fifth

The game’s turning point came in the fifth inning. The Sea Dogs’ Brooks Brannon produced a go‑ahead RBI double that broke a 0‑0 tie. A full inning later, the Sea Dogs erupted for five runs, a run total that remained unmatched by the Flying Squirrels throughout the game.

The power trio

Both Justin Gonzales and Ahbram Liendo drove in three runs each. Gonzales reached base four times, combining two hits and two walks, while Liendo – who had been summoned to the mound and later recorded a save – hit a two‑run homer in the fifth inning and added an RBI single in the seventh.

The “extra‑offensive” performance was complemented by Henry Godbout, who belted a two‑run homer, stole two bases, and scored three times in the same game.

Pitching and defense

Portland’s pitching staff used four arms to keep Richmond at bay. Caleb Bolden was the pitcher of record, allowing just one run over two innings and earning the win. Joe Vogatsky delivered four scoreless frames, and catcher‑turned‑relief pitcher Hudson White closed the game by pitching a perfect ninth inning.

Liendo also contributed on the mound, pitching when called upon and finishing the game with a save. His dual role as hitter and pitcher made him a key figure in Portland’s dominant performance.

Game recap

The Sea Dogs’ offense was on fire from the opening inning, building momentum that was capped by a five‑run burst in the middle of the game. Richmond managed only two runs, both scored early, and the Flying Squirrels could not recover.

With a comprehensive showing that showcased both power and pitching depth, the Portland Sea Dogs secured a convincing victory over the Richmond Flying Squirrels in the Eastern League matchup on Thursday night.