Photo Credit: Rob Lynn/Altoona Curve WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the signing Wednesday of right-handed starting pitcher Aaron Shortridge . Shortridge was chosen by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the fourth round of the 2018 Major League Baseball June Amateur Draft out of the University of California, Berkeley (Berkeley, California). He played five seasons in their system, reaching the Class-AAA level on two occasions. The 27-year-old spent the majority of last season with the Class-AAA International League’s Indianapolis Indians, where he posted a 3-4 record with a 5.18 earned run average in 12 appearances. In 2023, Shortridge went 11-8 in 27 starts for the Class-AA Eastern League’s Altoona Curve, with a pair of complete games. The native of Santa Rosa, California has compiled a career record of 28-23 with a 4.07 ERA in 96 games (87 starts). His strikeouts per nine innings rate is 7.6 and his strikeout to walk ratio is 2.65. “This is a big pickup for us,” said manager Logan Watkins . “Aaron has shown throughout his career that he’s a highly successful starting pitcher. He’s played at the higher affiliated levels and has always been effective. He will only strengthen what is already a solid starting rotation.” Winnipeg now has 15 players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco IF Dayson Croes OF Roby Enríquez IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski LHP Mitchell Lambson OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba RHP Aaron Shortridge LHP Tasker Strobel OF Braxton Turner RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.

WINNIPEG, MB – “The Inside Pitch”, the official off-season radio show of the Winnipeg Goldeyes, returns Wednesday, January 29 on CJNU 93.7 FM. A special 90-minute edition of the program – hosted by Goldeyes broadcaster Trevor Curl – will air from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Central Standard Time. Wednesday’s episode will feature Goldeyes field manager Logan Watkins and veteran outfielder Max Murphy . Trevor will also be joined by Brian Finlayson of the Goldeyes’ Communications department. Watkins was named 2024 American Association Manager of the Year after piloting the club to a 56-43 record and a berth in the Miles Wolff Cup Finals. Named the fifth manager in franchise history November 1, 2023, the former Chicago Cubs infielder spent the previous two-plus seasons in the same role with the Cleburne Railroaders, where he managed a team that qualified for the post-season three times. Murphy – re-signed by the Goldeyes December 14 – hit .289 with 20 doubles, 17 home runs, and 73 runs batted in in 2024, leading the club in the latter two categories. The 32-year-old is one of the most prolific run producers in American Association history and was named the league’s Player of the Year following the 2022 campaign. The Inside Pitch can be heard live on CJNU 93.7 FM, as well as cjnu.ca, BellMTS TV channel 725, and through TuneIn or similar radio apps for smartphones and tablets. 2025 Inside Pitch Airdates Wednesday, January 29 Wednesday, February 12 Wednesday, February 26 Wednesday, March 12 Wednesday, March 26 Wednesday, April 9 Wednesday, April 23 Wednesday, April 30 The Goldeyes will open the 2025 schedule in exactly 100 days (Thursday, May 8) against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The Home Opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is set for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below. 

WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Monday the re-signing of two-time American Association post-season All-Star Dayson Croes . Croes (pronounced KROOZ), was named the league’s Rookie Position Player of the Year following the 2023 season. He has represented the Goldeyes in the league’s All-Star Game in each of his two seasons as a professional. The native of Noord, Aruba hit a team-leading .342 in 2024, with 22 doubles, five home runs, and 51 runs batted in. He also led the Goldeyes with 128 hits. Defensively, Croes played 41 games at second base and 44 at the hot corner. He committed just six errors in 267 fielding chances. In 2023, the 25-year-old hit .351, good for fourth in the league, while his 135 hits were best in the 12-team-circuit. Croes has compiled a .347 career batting average with 118 RBIs in 187 career games. Prior to joining the Goldeyes, the Croes spent three seasons at Quincy University (Quincy, Illinois) batting .388 with 20 home runs and 120 RBIs in 119 career games. “Dayson returning for another season is huge news for our organization,” said Goldeyes manager Logan Watkins . “Ever since he’s been in this league, he’s been one of the best players in it. We’re very fortunate he’s back and determined to win a championship this year. He represents the Goldeyes as well as you possibly can both on and off the field.” Winnipeg now has 14 players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco IF Dayson Croes OF Roby Enríquez IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski LHP Mitchell Lambson OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba LHP Tasker Strobel OF Braxton Turner RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.

WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Thursday the re-signing of outfielder Roby Enríquez . Enríquez hit .296 for the club in 2024, with 18 doubles, three home runs, and 42 runs batted in. His strikeout per at-bat percentage (.111) was among the lowest on the team. Defensively, Enríquez did not commit an error in 132 fielding chances and contributed one outfield assist. The 27-year-old spent the previous two seasons in the Arizona Diamondbacks’ system, reaching the Class-AA level with the Texas League’s Amarillo Sod Poodles in 2022 and 2023. In 136 games in Arizona’s chain, Enríquez hit .290 with 27 doubles, eight home runs, and 65 runs batted in. A native of Carolina, Puerto Rico, Enríquez made his professional debut with the Boise Hawks of the Pioneer League – a Major League Baseball Partner League – in 2021 after two seasons at Indiana State University (Terre Haute, Indiana). Enríquez also has experience playing in the Puerto Rican Winter League and has twice represented the island in the Caribbean Series, where he was a teammate of numerous Major League veterans. “It’s great news that Roby is back for us this season,” said field manager Logan Watkins . “On top of being a versatile defender he gave us consistent quality and competitive at-bats last season. He always has a chance to hit above .300 because he never gives an at-bat away and makes the pitcher earn everything. I’m hopeful he will be one of our best players this season.” Winnipeg now has 13 players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco OF Roby Enríquez IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski LHP Mitchell Lambson OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba LHP Tasker Strobel OF Braxton Turner RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.

WINNIPEG, MB – Step back into the vibrant era of the '90s and 2000s hip-hop as Winnipeg gears up for YEAR TWO of Tacos and Tequila Festival , presented by the Winnipeg Goldeyes and Social House Entertainment. This throwback hip-hop festival made its debut in July 2024 and can't wait to return with a whole new lineup JULY 19th, 2025 at Blue Cross Park from 3 p.m - 10:30 p.m. CDT . This exhilarating event will showcase live performances from world renowned hip-hop artists: Timbaland • Xzibit • Trick Daddy • Baby Bash • Yung Joc • Bubba Sparxxx • DJ Ashton Martin and a headliner to be announced! Attendees must be 18 years or older to enter and can enjoy: The Area's Best Taco Chefs Hand Crafted Margaritas Tequila Shot Bars Lucha Libre Wrestling (with luchadores coming in from Tijuana, México!) Chihuahua Beauty Pageant Art Installations, Photo Ops, and MORE! Date: Saturday, July 19th, 2025 • 3:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Location: Blue Cross Park (Home of the Winnipeg Goldeyes) 1 Portage Avenue East, Winnipeg, MB, Canada, R3B 3N3 Tickets are on sale at tacosandtequilaWINNIPEG.com NOW with a range of options from general admission entry, VIP access (featuring a taco flight and three margaritas included with your ticket, front of stage access and more!), and premium group packages. Stay updated and join the excitement on social media: Instagram: @tacosandtequilawinnipeg Facebook: @tacosandtequilawinnipeg

WINNIPEG, MB – Left-handed starting pitcher Mitchell Lambson will be returning for a sixth season with the Winnipeg Goldeyes, as the club announced his re-signing Thursday. Lambson split last year between the Goldeyes and the Saraperos de Saltillo of the Mexican Baseball League. The 34-year-old went 2-0 with a 4.82 earned run average in four regular season starts with Winnipeg, adding a pair of victories in the Goldeyes’ thrilling postseason run. Lambson won an American Association championship with the Goldeyes in 2017 and was named the league’s Pitcher of the Year following the 2019 season, during which he went 13-4 with a 3.11 earned run average. Overall, the native of Montclair, California has made 90 appearances for Winnipeg between 2017 and 2024 and has compiled a 34-17 record with a 3.65 ERA. Lambson has pitched eight complete games, including three shutouts, and has struck out 340 batters. Lambson is among the Goldeyes’ career leaders in wins, winning percentage (.667), games started (55), complete games, innings pitched (426.2), and strikeouts. Chosen by the Houston Astros in the 19th round of the 2011 Major League Baseball June Amateur Draft out of Arizona State University (Tempe, Arizona), Lambson also pitched in the Atlanta Braves’ and Milwaukee Brewers’ organizations, reaching the Class-AAA level on two occasions. “We are very excited to get Mitch back with us,” said Goldeyes skipper Logan Watkins . “He came up big for us in some crucial games down the stretch last season and was a big part of our success in the playoffs. His experience and consistency will be critical for our starting rotation and, much like Max Murphy, I expect him to be one of the best examples of the culture and expectations we want to have in the clubhouse.” Winnipeg now has 12 players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski LHP Mitchell Lambson OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba LHP Tasker Strobel OF Braxton Turner RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.

WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the signing Tuesday of outfielder Braxton Turner . Turner appeared in four contests for the club midway through last season, hitting .267 with a pair of runs batted in. The 24-year-old spent the 2022-24 seasons at Tennessee Wesleyan University (Athens, Tennessee), after playing for Purdue University Fort Wayne (Fort Wayne, Indiana) in 2019. In 169 college games, the native of Anderson, Indiana batted .342 with 30 doubles, 28 home runs, and 130 RBIs. “Braxton is a young and talented kid who got his feet wet with our organization last year,” said Goldeyes manager Logan Watkins . “It’s not often you see a guy who can catch and play all over the outfield. His youth and versatility will make him an intriguing guy for us this season and I’m excited to see what his impact will be.” Winnipeg now has 11 players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba LHP Tasker Strobel OF Braxton Turner RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.

WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the re-signing Tuesday of left-handed relief pitcher Tasker Strobel . In his return to the club last season, Strobel appeared in 39 contests and posted a 4-3 record with a 3.76 earned run average and a 2.50 strikeout to walk ratio. The 29-year-old served as the Goldeyes’ closer in 2022. His 21 saves that season ranked second in the American Association and were tied for the fourth-most in club history. He finished the season with a 2-3 record and a 3.42 ERA in 53 appearances and represented the Goldeyes at the All-Star Game in Rosemont, Illinois. A native of Avon, Indiana, Strobel pitched for the Gary SouthShore RailCats in 2019 and 2021 and split the 2023 campaign between the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, Kane County Cougars, and the Atlantic League’s York Revolution. Overall, Strobel’s career record stands at 12-17 with a 4.35 ERA and 31 saves. He has averaged 8.4 strikeouts per nine innings. “We’re obviously excited to bring Tasker back,” said manager Logan Watkins . “He’s coming off one of, if not the best year of his career and he takes a lot of pride in wearing the Goldeyes uniform and he will play a huge role in our bullpen once again.” Winnipeg now has ten players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba LHP Tasker Strobel RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.

WINNIPEG, MB – Outfielder Max Murphy will be returning for a fifth season with the Winnipeg Goldeyes. The announcement was made during the annual Princess Auto/Goldeyes Kids Winter Skills Camp at Home Run Sports Training Centre, at which Murphy was an instructor. Murphy hit .289 with 20 doubles, 17 home runs, and 73 runs batted in in 2024, leading the club in the latter two categories. One of the most prolific run producers in the American Association, Murphy was named the league’s Player of the Year following the 2022 campaign. The 32-year-old has been named to multiple mid-season and post-season All-Star teams during his time in the league, which has spanned seven seasons and 599 games. Murphy’s 116 home runs rank fifth in league history. The native of Robbinsdale, Minnesota has hit .287 over his professional career, with 159 home runs, 236 doubles, and 674 RBIs. A right-handed hitter and fielder, Murphy was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the ninth round in 2014 out of Bradley University (Peoria, Illinois). He earned All-Star accolades twice during his time with the Twins and garnered a Minor League Baseball Gold Glove award in 2017. Murphy reached the Triple-A level with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2019. “Max Murphy is an all-time great player in this league and one of the best to ever wear a Goldeyes uniform,” said manager Logan Watkins . “He continues to put up great numbers and he gives us an offensive threat in the middle of our lineup that is almost impossible to find. I expect Murph to keep adding to a fantastic career in 2025.” Winnipeg now has nine players under contract for the 2025 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins April 26. 2025 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings OF Evan Alexander IF Edwin Arroyo RHP Landen Bourassa IF Ramón Bramasco IF Jake Guenther RHP Marshall Kasowski OF Max Murphy OF Tanner O’Tremba RHP Ryder Yakel The Goldeyes will open the 2025 campaign Thursday, May 8 against the Railroaders in Cleburne, Texas. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Milwaukee Milkmen is scheduled for Tuesday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2024 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets or complete and submit the form below.