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Erie SeaWolves fall to Reading Fightin Phils in Game 1 of championship

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Erie SeaWolves fall to Reading Fightin Phils in Game 1 of championship
Summary

The Erie SeaWolves dropped Game 1 of the Eastern League championship to the Reading Fightin Phils 1-0 on September 20, 2026, at home. Despite a stellar start from pitcher Joe Miller, who allowed no runs in seven innings, the SeaWolves were unable to generate significant offense, managing only three hits. The game was decided in the eighth inning when Moises Rodriguez walked three batters, allowing a sacrifice fly to score the game's lone run. The series now moves to Reading, Pennsylvania, for Game 2 set on September 22, 2026, with Lucas Elissalt expected to start for Erie.

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  • •SeaWolves lose 1-0 in Game 1 of the Eastern League championship
  • •Joe Miller pitches 7 scoreless innings with 7 strikeouts
  • •Moises Rodriguez walks three and allows the winning run
  • •Series shifts to Reading for Game 2 on September 22
  • •Lucas Elissalt likely to start for Erie in next game
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  • 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — SeaWolves drop Game 1 of the Eastern League championship
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