BOWIE- The Chesapeake Baysox earned their first walk-off win of the 2026 season with a 2-1 victory over the Erie SeaWolves on April 9 at Prince George’s Stadium.
Aron Estrada delivered both of the Baysox RBIs including the game-winning single in the bottom of the ninth inning that scored Brandon Butterworth. The win improved Chesapeake to 3-3 and came one day after the team dropped a 13-8 decision to the same opponent in which it blew an early lead.
The Baysox fell behind 1-0 in the second inning on an RBI groundout by Erie’s Seth Stephenson. Right-hander Evan Yates made a strong Double-A debut allowing just that one run on three hits with two walks and five strikeouts over four and a third innings.
Chesapeake tied the score in the fifth. Singles by Frederick Benscome and Fernando Peguero preceded a walk to Butterworth that loaded the bases. Estrada then delivered a game-tying RBI single scoring Benscome.
The bullpen kept the game even. Carlos Tavera and Zane Barnhart combined for three scoreless relief innings allowing just two hits. Jeisson Cabrera earned the win in the ninth working through a one-out runner at third base. The SeaWolves finished 0-for-10 with runners in scoring position.
In the bottom of the ninth Butterworth reached second on a hit-by-pitch and a stolen base against former Baysox pitcher Wandisson Charles who took the loss. Estrada lined the walk-off single to score Butterworth and send the early education day crowd home happy.
The Chesapeake Baysox serve as the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles and represent the region for fans across Southern Maryland. The team rebranded to the Chesapeake Baysox to highlight its growing appeal beyond the immediate community. Home games at Prince George’s Stadium in Bowie draw supporters from Calvert Charles and St. Mary’s counties who enjoy affordable family-friendly entertainment in a welcoming atmosphere.
Recent offseason upgrades at the stadium include a Chesapeake Bay-themed Kids Zone with a lighthouse play area crab murals and enhanced accessibility. These improvements boost the fan experience and make the ballpark a hub for regional baseball enthusiasts. Fans in Southern Maryland can follow the Baysox throughout the 2026 campaign as they represent the area as the Orioles’ Double-A affiliate.
The win gives the Baysox a chance to earn at least a share of the six-game series. Chesapeake will host game four against Erie on Friday at 7:05 p.m. Left-hander Luis De León the No. 2 prospect in the Orioles organization makes his second start for the Baysox against right-hander Kenny Serwa for the SeaWolves.
This outcome underscores the pitching depth and timely hitting that have defined the early season for the Baysox. The combination of prospect development and veteran contributions continues to generate interest among baseball fans in the Chesapeake region. The organization remains committed to providing high-quality minor league baseball that brings communities together. Streaming options on MiLB.TV allow additional fans to follow the action when they cannot attend in person.
The series continues as the Baysox look to build momentum in the Eastern League. Local coverage notes that the team’s home games at the renovated stadium offer outstanding customer service and a positive atmosphere for families and supporters from throughout Southern Maryland.
