September 11, 2006 at 6:55 AM
9/11 Cup of Coffee
Portland's opponent for the Eastern League Championship series was decided last night. Akron defeated Altoona 5-2 to advance to the finals. The series will begin Tuesday night in Akron. Akron will be a formidable opponent having finished first in their division with an 87-55 record. The two teams faced each other six times during the regular season with the Sea Dogs winning one of those six games.
Cup of Coffee will resume on Wednesday following game one.