Jeremy Rivera of Portland throws to complete a double-play after forcing outn Josh Palacios of New Hampshire at second in the sixth inning of the first game Wednesday night at Hadlock Field.

Logan Warmoth of New Hampshire tosses to first baseman Nash Knight to get the final out in the seventh inning in the first game.

Logan Warmoth of New Hampshire celebrates with Nash Knight after scoring a run in the sixth inning. The Fisher Cats scored five runs in the inning to break the game open.

Jake Cosart of Portland reacts after walking in a run in the seventh inning.

Jake Cosart of Portland throws a pitch in the seventh inning.

Portland's only run in the opener was on a homer by Joey Curletta, right, in the fourth inning.