By Brian Finlayson January 27, 2026
WINNIPEG, MB – “The Inside Pitch”, the official off-season radio show of the Winnipeg Goldeyes, returns Wednesday, January 28 on CJNU 93.7 FM. The program – hosted by Goldeyes broadcaster Trevor Curl – will air from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Central Standard Time. Wednesday’s episode will feature Goldeyes field manager Logan Watkins and reliever Tasker Strobel. Watkins is entering his third year as manager in Winnipeg. In his first two seasons, the Goldeyes have compiled a 97-101 record, and he 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. Strobel – re-signed by the Goldeyes January 16 – compiled a 3-5 record with a 3.60 earned run average across 46 appearances in 2025. His performance earned him a spot on the 2025 West Division All-Star roster. 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. 2026 Inside Pitch Airdates Wednesday, January 28 Wednesday, February 11 Wednesday, February 25 Wednesday, March 11 Wednesday, March 25 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 The Goldeyes will begin the 2026 schedule Friday, May 15 against the Milwaukee Milkmen in Franklin, Wisconsin. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Kane County Cougars is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2026 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please complete and submit the form below. 
By Brian Finlayson January 26, 2026
Photo Credit: Abbie Schultz/Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the signing Monday of left-handed pitcher Kevin Vaupel . Vaupel spent the 2025 season with the Jupiter Hammerheads, the Class-A level affiliate of the Miami Marlins. In 30 games (one start), he posted a 1-1 record with a 3.71 earned run average and 62 strikeouts over 53.1 innings. The 24-year-old made his professional debut in 2023 for the Florida Complex League Marlins and made one appearance. The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native was chosen in the 16 th round of the 2023 MLB June Amateur Draft out of Seton Hall University (Greensburg, PA). In four college seasons (2020-23), Vaupel compiled a 13-5 record with a 3.76 ERA in 36 games (30 starts). “Kevin is another big signing for us,” said Goldeyes field manager Logan Watkins . “I came across him combing through the free agent list and liked what I saw statistically over the course of his career. Once we contacted him and acquired video, it was easy to see that he is a really good, young pitcher with a lot of upside. We already have some left-handed relievers signed, but Kevin was too good not to pursue. He fits what we look for from a pitching perspective: high strikeouts and low walks. I think he has a chance to be one of our better pitchers on the staff in 2026.” Winnipeg now has 19 players under contract for the 2026 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins May 3. 2026 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings RHP Luke Boyd RHP James Bradwell IF Ramón Bramasco RHP Derrick Cherry RHP James Colyer IF/OF Mason Dobie C Kevin García RHP Ben Kowalski LHP Mitchell Lambson LHP Weston Lombard IF Keshawn Lynch OF Noah Marcelo RHP Noah Millikan OF Max Murphy LHP Tasker Strobel RHP Willian Suárez OF Jiandido Tromp LHP Kevin Vaupel LHP Quinn Waterhouse The Goldeyes will begin the 2026 schedule Friday, May 15 against the Milwaukee Milkmen in Franklin, Wisconsin. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Kane County Cougars is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2026 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please complete and submit the form below.
By Brian Finlayson January 23, 2026
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the signing Friday of veteran outfielder Jiandido Tromp. The native of Oranjestad, Aruba, most recently played for the Leones de León of the Nicaraguan Winter League, and hit .321 with seven home runs and 22 runs batted in over 40 games. He also helped the Netherlands win their 25th continental title at the 2025 European Baseball Championship in September, along with 2025 Goldeyes infielder Ray-Patrick Didder. His professional career has taken him all over the world, with previous stops in Canada, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, the Netherlands, and Italy. The 32-year-old made his professional debut in 2012 with the Gulf Coast League Phillies, the Rookie-level affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. He spent seven seasons between 2012 and 2018 in the Phillies organization, reaching the Class-AAA level on two occasions. In 641 minor-league games, Tromp hit .248 with 69 home runs and 269 RBIs. Defensively, he has spent the majority of his time in center field, with the flexibility to move to either left or right. “I’m excited to sign Jiandido and get him to Winnipeg,” said Goldeyes’ manager Logan Watkins . “He’s a veteran guy who has played a lot of baseball all over the world. I expect him to be one of our more consistent hitters and a great presence in the clubhouse.” Winnipeg now has 18 players under contract for the 2026 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins May 3. 2026 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings RHP Luke Boyd RHP James Bradwell IF Ramón Bramasco RHP Derrick Cherry RHP James Colyer IF/OF Mason Dobie C Kevin García RHP Ben Kowalski LHP Mitchell Lambson LHP Weston Lombard IF Keshawn Lynch OF Noah Marcelo RHP Noah Millikan OF Max Murphy LHP Tasker Strobel RHP Willian Suárez OF Jiandido Tromp LHP Quinn Waterhouse The Goldeyes will begin the 2026 schedule Friday, May 15 against the Milwaukee Milkmen in Franklin, Wisconsin. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Kane County Cougars is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2026 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please complete and submit the form below.
By Brian Finlayson January 21, 2026
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the re-signing Wednesday of left-handed starting pitcher Mitchell Lambson , returning for his seventh season in Winnipeg. Lambson started 20 games in 2025, posting an 8-6 record with a 4.86 earned run average and 138 strikeouts. He was voted as last-man-in on the West Division roster in the 2025 American Association All-Star Game. The 35-year-old has become a staple in the Goldeyes’ record books, appearing among the franchise leaders in most pitching categories. He ranks second in wins (42), strikeouts (438), innings pitched (557), and complete games (12), and fourth in games started (75). Overall, the native of Montclair, California has made 114 appearances for Winnipeg between 2017 and 2025 and has compiled a 42-23 record with a 4.06 ERA. 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. 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. “Mitch is another great veteran addition, said Goldeyes’ field boss Logan Watkins. “He battled through a little bit of arm trouble last year towards the end of the year, but made every start for us. In fact, for a big portion of the season, he was the only one of our original starting pitchers healthy in the rotation. He brings so much experience, and we know every time he takes the ball, we have a chance to win. He's never going to overpower anyone, but he's a dying breed of pitchers who know how to control the game by mixing up his pitches and relying on location. I know our fans will be happy to see him back.” In a separate transaction Wednesday, the Goldeyes traded the rights to outfielder Tanner O’Tremba to the Lincoln Saltdogs in exchange for future considerations. O’Tremba suited up in 69 games for the Goldeyes in 2025, hitting .215 with six home runs and 31 runs batted in. Winnipeg now has 17 players under contract for the 2026 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins May 3. 2026 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings RHP Luke Boyd RHP James Bradwell IF Ramón Bramasco RHP Derrick Cherry RHP James Colyer IF/OF Mason Dobie C Kevin García RHP Ben Kowalski LHP Mitchell Lambson LHP Weston Lombard IF Keshawn Lynch OF Noah Marcelo RHP Noah Millikan OF Max Murphy LHP Tasker Strobel RHP Willian Suárez LHP Quinn Waterhouse The Goldeyes will begin the 2026 schedule Friday, May 15 against the Milwaukee Milkmen in Franklin, Wisconsin. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Kane County Cougars is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m. For information about 2026 Season Tickets, Mini Packs, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please complete and submit the form below. 
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