RedHawks’ Big Second Inning Sinks Goldeyes
Trevor Curl • July 30, 2025
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (27-43) wrapped up their six-game homestand Wednesday evening with a 10-4 loss to the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (40-32) at Blue Cross Park.
Fargo-Moorhead wasted no time getting on the board, as Lamar Sparks homered to left field on the second pitch of the game. Three batters later, Brendon Dadson hit a solo shot to make it 2-0.
The RedHawks broke the game open with seven runs in the second inning. Michael Hallquist and Nicholas Northcut scored on a fielding error by Goldeyes third baseman Ramón Bramasco, and Hunter Clanin crossed on a wild pitch to extend the lead to 5-0. José Sermo then lined an RBI single to right, and Dadson followed with his second homer of the night – a three-run blast that brought in Sermo and Dillon Thomas – to make it 9-0.
The Goldeyes got on the board in the bottom of the second when Matthew Warkentin scored on an Andy Armstrong double-play ball.
Fargo-Moorhead added one more in the third when Sermo doubled home Sparks to restore their nine-run lead.
Roby Enríquez cut into the deficit in the sixth with a two-run double to right, scoring Warkentin and Keshawn Lynch to make it 10-3.
In the eighth, Jacob Robson launched his ninth home run of the season over the left-field wall, pulling Winnipeg to within six runs, but that was as close as they would get.
Kolby Kiser (W, 3-3) tossed six innings, surrendering three runs on seven hits with two walks and three strikeouts. Naswell Paulino pitched one inning, giving up a run on two hits with two strikeouts. Tyler Jeans closed it out with two scoreless frames, allowing two hits and striking out two.
For the Goldeyes, Mitchell Lambson (L, 7-4) took the loss, allowing 10 runs (nine earned) on 11 hits in 4.2 innings, with two walks and four strikeouts. Derrick Cherry provided 1.1 innings of relief, giving up one hit and one walk while striking out one. Zan Rose worked two scoreless innings with one walk and two strikeouts, and Weston Lombard pitched the ninth, allowing two hits and striking out two.
The Goldeyes departed for Franklin, Wisconsin after the game, where they will meet the Milwaukee Milkmen Friday at 6:35 p.m. CDT. Winnipeg has not announced their starter for the opener of the three-game series, while Milwaukee is expected to send right-hander Chase Gearing (3-2, 6.58 ERA) to the mound.
Fans can join me, Trevor Curl, for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca, with the pregame show beginning at 6:00 p.m. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV.
The Goldeyes return home Friday, August 8 at 6:30 p.m. when the Lincoln Saltdogs make their first appearance of the season at Blue Cross Park on “Manitoba Social Night”.
For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets.
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WINNIPEG, MB – The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (39-32) defeated the Winnipeg Goldeyes (27-42) Tuesday evening at Blue Cross Park by a score of 4-2. Boxscore After three and a half innings of scoreless baseball, Keshawn Lynch and Matthew Warkentin reached on singles before Roby Enríquez ripped a two-run double off the centre field wall to give Winnipeg a 2-0 lead. The RedHawks responded in the top of the fifth when Nicholas Northcut hit a solo home run to left-centre field to cut the deficit to 2-1. With two outs, Aidan Byrne and Lamar Sparks reached base, setting up José Sermo, who lined a two-run single to centre to push Fargo-Moorhead ahead 3-2. In the ninth, Dillon Thomas added insurance with a solo home run to right field, extending the RedHawks’ lead to 4-2. Kyle Crigger (W, 6-4) was outstanding for Fargo-Moorhead, earning the win after 8.2 innings in which he allowed two runs on eight hits, walked one, and struck out six. Garrett Alexander (S, 9) recorded his ninth save of the year by fanning the only batter he faced. Jesse Galindo (L, 2-5) took the loss for Winnipeg, working 4.2 innings and surrendering three runs on three hits with three walks and two strikeouts. Tasker Strobel followed with 2.1 scoreless frames, giving up two hits, walking one, and striking out three. Ryder Yakel finished the game, allowing one run on two hits while striking out two in two innings. The Goldeyes and RedHawks wrap up their three-game series Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. CDT. Mitchell Lambson (7-3, 4.05 ERA) gets the start for Winnipeg, while Fargo-Moorhead counters with Kolby Kiser (2-3, 4.05 ERA). Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 6:00 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . Wednesday is Ukrainian Night, presented by Pratts Wholesale Food Service in memory of Leonard Baranyk, the evening will feature vibrant performances by the Hoosli Ukrainian Male Chorus, the Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, and High Profile Band, along with greetings from Folklorama’s Ukraine-Kyiv Pavilion ambassadors in traditional attire. Fans can enjoy Ukrainian music, cultural displays, and interactive activities on the concourse, plus contests and prizes—including gift cards from Tenderloin Meat & Sausage and the lively “So You Think You Can Dance – Ukrainian” contest courtesy of Mr. Perogie—all while cheering on the Goldeyes in a celebration of community and culture. For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (27-41) had the tying run gunned down at the plate in the bottom of the ninth inning and dropped the opener of their three-game series 5-4 to the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (38-32) Monday evening at Blue Cross Park. Boxscore Both teams were scoreless until the top of the fourth when Michael Hallquist doubled to right field to score Dillon Thomas and make it 1-0 Fargo-Moorhead. The Goldeyes responded immediately in the bottom half of the frame when a wild pitch brought Matthew Warkentin home with the tying run. In the top of the sixth, with Thomas and José Sermo aboard, Brendon Dadson hit a three-run home run to right-centre to put the RedHawks up 4-1. One inning later, Alec Olund lined a single up the middle to score Aidan Byrne, extending Fargo-Moorhead’s lead to 5-1. The Goldeyes stormed back in the bottom of the seventh. Jacob Robson crushed a three-run shot to right-centre field, bringing home Ray-Patrick Didder and Tanner O’Tremba to close the gap to 5-4. Winnipeg nearly tied it in the ninth. With Max Murphy on first, Keshawn Lynch ripped a double down the left-field line. But a perfect relay from Hunter Clanin to Peter Brookshaw to Parker Stroh nailed Murphy at the plate, ending the game. Luke Boyd (L, 2-8) took the loss, working 6.1 innings and allowing five runs on seven hits, walking three and striking out four. Derrick Cherry provided 1.2 innings of relief, fanning two, while Ben Onyshko tossed a clean ninth. For the RedHawks, Orlando Rodríguez started the game but left after just two-thirds of an inning due to injury. Angelo Cabral (W, 1-0) came on in relief and picked up the win, allowing one run on two hits over 4.1 innings while walking one and striking out one. Garrett Alexander (S, 8) secured his eighth save of the season by pitching a scoreless ninth, giving up two hits and striking out one. The series continues Tuesday at 6:30 p.m CDT. The Goldeyes will send Jesse Galindo (2-4, 4.57 ERA) to the mound, while Kyle Krigger (5-4, 2.78 ERA) is scheduled to start for Fargo-Moorhead. Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 6:00 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
WINNIPEG, MB – Sunday afternoon’s American Association game at Blue Cross Park between the Winnipeg Goldeyes and Chicago Dogs was cancelled due to rain and unplayable field conditions. As this was the final scheduled game between the two clubs this season, it will not be made up. Tickets to Sunday’s game may be exchanged at the Blue Cross Park Ticket Office for those of equal value to any remaining 2025 Goldeyes home game. The homestand continues at 6:30 p.m. CDT Monday when the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks visit Blue Cross Park. Jesse Galindo (2-4, 4.57 ERA) will start for the Goldeyes, while Fargo-Moorhead will send right-hander Orlando Rodríguez (2-5, 5.92 ERA) to the mound. Fans can join Trevor Curl for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 6:00 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (27-40) dropped their league-leading 19th one-run game of the season Saturday evening at Blue Cross Park, falling 2-1 in ten innings to the Chicago Dogs (38-30). Boxscore The Goldeyes scored their lone run in the bottom of the fourth inning when Matthew Warkentin singled to left field to score Max Murphy , giving Winnipeg a 1-0 advantage. Chicago tied the game in the top of the sixth as Jacob Teter singled to centre, plating Henry Kusiak. With neither side able to break the deadlock through nine innings, the Dogs capitalized in extras. In the top of the tenth, courtesy runner Andy Nelson advanced to third base and scored on a sacrifice fly to right field from Reggie Pruitt Jr., putting Chicago ahead 2-1. The Goldeyes were unable to respond in the bottom half. James Bradwell earned a no-decision in an ultra-quality start, tossing seven innings while allowing just one run on seven hits with one walk and three strikeouts. Tasker Strobel kept the game tied with two scoreless innings, walking one. Ryder Yakel (L, 2-3) was tagged with the loss, surrendering the unearned winning run in the tenth and striking out one. Chicago starter John Baker also took a no-decision, working six innings and giving up one run on six hits with one walk and four strikeouts. From the bullpen, Brock Bell threw one inning, allowing two hits and striking out one. Jacob DeLabio (W, 5-2) earned the win with two scoreless innings of relief, giving up two hits and fanning two. JC Keys (S, 3) notched the save with a perfect tenth, striking out one. The Goldeyes will look to salvage a split in the four-game set when the series wraps up Sunday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. CDT. Luke Boyd (2-7, 4.53 ERA) gets the start for Winnipeg after picking up a win his last time out, while Chicago counters with right-hander Dwayne Marshall (1-1, 5.72 ERA). Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 12:30 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (27-39) dropped the second game of their four-game series against the Chicago Dogs (37-30) Friday evening at Blue Cross Park by a score of 13-3. Boxscore The Dogs jumped out to an early lead on the second pitch of the game when Henry Kusiak hit a solo home run to left field. Chicago added three more runs in the opening frame on an RBI double by Chance Sisco and a two-run single by Dusty Stroup to make it 4-0. Kusiak struck again in the second inning with a two-out, solo homer to extend the lead to 5-0. In the third, back-to-back walks set the stage for Stroup, who singled home another run before a passed ball brought in Sisco to push the advantage to 7-0. Chicago’s offense continued to surge in the fourth when Sisco hit a three-run home run and Stroup followed with a solo shot to make it 11-0. The Goldeyes got on the board in the bottom of the sixth. With Ramón Bramasco on first, Jacob Robson lined a single into centre field that got past Dogs’ centre fielder Reggie Pruitt Jr. to score a run. A groundout by Tripp Clark added another, trimming the deficit to 11-2. The Dogs answered in the eighth, scoring twice on an RBI infield single by Stroup and a ball that glanced off Bramasco’s glove at third to make it 13-2. Kevin García closed out the scoring with a solo home run in the bottom of the eighth for Winnipeg. Chicago starter Jack Nedrow (2-1) earned the win, allowing two unearned runs on three hits over seven innings with one walk and six strikeouts. He was followed by Michael Vallone, who worked one inning and gave up one earned run on one hit, one walk, and a strikeout, and Trey Braithwaite, who closed out the game with a scoreless ninth, striking out three while allowing two hits. Goldeyes starter Zan Rose (L, 2-6) took the loss, surrendering seven runs (six earned) in two innings of work. Derrick Cherry was first out of the bullpen and allowed four runs on four hits over two innings. Weston Lombard followed, giving up one unearned run on one hit, two walks, and two strikeouts in 2.1 innings. Joe Jaco finished the game with 1.2 innings, giving up one unearned run on three hits and a walk while recording his first professional strikeout. The series continues Saturday evening at 6:00 p.m. CDT. James Bradwell (0-2, 7.63 ERA) is scheduled to start for Winnipeg, while Chicago counters with John Baker (7-4, 5.60 ERA). Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 5:30 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit the team’s official website Goldeyes.com .
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (27-38) returned home in winning fashion Thursday evening, edging the Chicago Dogs (36-30) by a score of 6-5 at Blue Cross Park to open a four-game series. Boxscore Chicago struck first in the top of the second when Chance Sisco doubled in TJ Hopkins to give the Dogs a 1-0 lead. Winnipeg responded in the bottom of the third with a burst of offense. Tripp Clark tied the game with a double that scored Ramón Bramasco , followed by a go-ahead single from Max Murphy to plate Jacob Robson . Roby Enríquez capped the inning with a single to bring in Clark, giving the Goldeyes a 3-1 advantage. The Goldeyes added to their lead in the fourth when Bramasco lifted a sacrifice fly to score Ray-Patrick Didder and make it 4-1. Chicago cut the deficit to one in the fifth on a two-run home run by Henry Kusiak, but the Goldeyes responded in the seventh. Murphy delivered again with a two-run single, scoring Robson and Clark to restore a three-run cushion at 6-3. The Dogs rallied in the ninth when Howard Rodríguez hit a two-run homer to left, trimming the lead to 6-5. Chicago then brought the go-ahead run to the plate after Jacob Teter singled, but Ryder Yakel secured the win by retiring Hopkins on a deep fly to right field. Mitchell Lambson (W, 7-3) earned the win for Winnipeg, working six innings and allowing three runs on nine hits, with one walk and one strikeout. Yakel (S, 3) recorded his third save of the season with a two-inning effort, allowing two runs on three hits while striking out three. Chicago starter Keoni Cavaco (L, 3-5) was tagged with the loss, surrendering four runs over five innings on nine hits, three walks, and four strikeouts. Out of the Dogs’ bullpen, Eric Lin worked a scoreless sixth, while Zach Davidson allowed two runs in the seventh. Brock Bell pitched a clean eighth with one strikeout. The series continues Friday evening at Blue Cross Park. Game time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. CDT. Right-hander Zan Rose (2-5, 6.85 ERA) takes the mound for Winnipeg, while Jack Nedrow (1-1, 2.50 ERA) is expected to start for Chicago. Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 6:30 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . The Goldeyes are bringing holiday cheer to the summer season Friday with Christmas in July! Fans can enjoy a festive evening filled with holiday-themed fun, including music from DJ Anto starting when gates open at 5:30 p.m., a special first pitch by Santa Claus, and a prize draw at the Party Stuff booth on the concourse. Kids can send their wish lists to the North Pole at the Lockwood Street Elf Village, while the ballpark will be decked out in full Christmas décor. The night caps off with a spectacular post-game fireworks display by Archangel Fireworks, making it a can’t-miss event for fans of all ages. For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
Photo Credit: Ben Ofe/Lincoln Saltdogs LINCOLN, NE – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (26-38) won for the first time in ten games Sunday afternoon, defeating the Lincoln Saltdogs (27-38) at Haymarket Park by a score of 9-3. Boxscore After the opening two innings were scoreless, the Goldeyes got on the board in the third when Ramón Bramasco scored on Tripp Clark ’s single up the middle. They would increase the lead to 2-0 a batter later on a groundout to shortstop off the bat of Matthew Warkentin that brought Jacob Robson home. The following frame, Winnipeg added three more runs to take a 5-0 lead. Gustavo Sosa hit a sacrifice fly to left to plate Keshawn Lynch before Tanner O’Tremba scampered home on a wild pitch to make the score 4-0. Finally, Andy Armstrong came in on Bramasco’s double to left-centre field to increase the lead to five. Lincoln broke through in the fifth when Kyle Battle came home on a throwing error to reduce the deficit to 5-1. The Saltdogs would pull to within two in the seventh inning on a two-out, two-run home down the right field line by Brody Fahr. However, the Goldeyes put the game out of reach with four runs in the top of the ninth. Armstrong singled and scored on Robson’s triple to right-centre field to make it 6-3. Robson sprinted home on Clark’s ground ball to third base, resulting in an RBI fielder’ choice which further extended the lead. Lynch then hit a two-run double to left-centre – his third hit of the day. Warkentin and Roby Enríquez scored on the play, which rounded out the scoring at 9-3 Winnipeg. Eight Goldeyes had at least one hit on the afternoon, with Lynch, Bramasco, and Robson enjoying multiple-hit days. Luke Boyd (W, 2-7) was impressive, giving up an unearned run on two hits over six innings. He struck out four and walked four. Zan Rose , Tasker Strobel , and Trevor Brigden each worked an inning out of the bullpen, with Rose allowing two runs in the seventh inning. Greg Loukinen (L, 5-5) started for Lincoln and surrendered five runs (four earned) on seven hits over six innings. With the American Association All-Star Game scheduled for Tuesday in Fargo, the Goldeyes are off until Thursday when they will take on the Chicago Dogs at 6:30 p.m. CDT at Blue Cross Park. One lucky fan will win a fabulous vacation for two to Jamaica! Fans can join Trevor Curl for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 6:00 p.m. The game will also be broadcast in French on Envol 91 FM with Yanick LaRoche handling the play-by-play. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
Photo Credit: Ben Ofe/Lincoln Saltdogs LINCOLN, NE – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (25-38) dropped a 6-5 decision to the Lincoln Saltdogs (27-37) Saturday evening at Haymarket Park. Boxscore Leading 5-2 going into the bottom of the eighth inning, the Goldeyes saw the Saltdogs rally for four runs, handing Winnipeg its league-high 18th one-run loss of the season and extending the club’s losing streak to nine games. Keshawn Lynch led off the third inning with a triple and came home on a Ray-Patrick Didder fielder’s choice to give Winnipeg an early 1-0 lead. Lincoln answered in the bottom of the fifth when Kyle Battle hit a two-run home run to make it 2-1 Saltdogs. The Goldeyes responded with a four-run seventh inning. Roby Enríquez tied the game at 2-2 with an RBI single. Max Murphy then scored on a throwing error, giving Winnipeg a 3-2 lead. A wild pitch brought home Enríquez, and Didder capped the inning with an RBI single to extend the lead to 5-2. In the bottom of the eighth, the Saltdogs loaded the bases and scored their first run of the inning on a wild pitch. Spencer Henson followed with a three-run home run to left field, giving Lincoln a 6-5 lead. The Goldeyes went in order in the top of the ninth. James Bradwell took a no-decision for Winnipeg, allowing two runs on two hits over six innings, walking three, and striking out a season-high six batters. Ben Onyshko and Rickey Ramírez combined to pitch the eighth, with Ramírez (L, 0-1) taking the loss. Jhon Vargas started for Lincoln and allowed one run on six hits over 4.1 innings. Dylan Beck allowed four runs over 1.1 innings of relief, while Matt Mullenbach (3-3) picked up the win. Connor Langrill (S, 3) pitched a perfect ninth to earn his third save. The series concludes Sunday at 1:05 p.m. CDT. Luke Boyd (1-7, 5.12 ERA) is scheduled to start for the Goldeyes, while Greg Loukinen (5-4, 5.08 ERA) is expected to take the mound for the Saltdogs. Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 12:30 p.m. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . Winnipeg returns home Thursday, July 24, when the Chicago Dogs come to Blue Cross Park for a four-game set. For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
WINNIPEG, MB – Thanks to the continued support of Goldeyes Fans and Manitoba’s Ukrainian community, the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club is pleased to announce our ninth annual “Ukrainian Night” as we continue to support all cultures, all religions and human rights – every game – every season! Sponsored by Pratts Wholesale Food Service, in memory of Leonard Baranyk, the game is scheduled for Wednesday, July 30 as the Goldeyes take on the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at 6:30 pm at Blue Cross Park. “Pratts and the Baranyk Family are proud and honoured to participate in a fun evening supporting our Goldeyes and our Ukrainian culture”, said Lenny Baranyk, President of Pratts Wholesale. As fans arrive for the game, they will be treated to a live performance by “High Profile Band” along with greetings by Ambassadors from Folklorama’s Ukraine-Kyiv Pavilion - in full Ukrainian cultural attire. Hoosli Ukrainian Male Chorus will perform the anthems including their heart-warming version of the Ukrainian National Anthem. For more than five decades, Hoosli Ukrainian Male Chorus has celebrated Ukrainian culture through music and song. The reach of Hoosli’s music has grown to global proportions through its presence on social media and digital music platforms and the exposure to international audiences through its anthem performances at professional sports games. The Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club is pleased to welcome Hoosli back to Blue Cross Park! The Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble will entertain throughout the game. Troyanda respects and preserves Ukrainian culture, history, and tradition through the art of dance. Since 1979, the Ensemble is honoured to have collaborated with many notable Canadian and Ukrainian artists to develop an extensive repertoire representing the rich and diverse regions of Ukraine. This commitment creates a supportive atmosphere for talented dancers to grow in their skills and artistry while deepening the connection to their ancestral roots. Each dancer performs with their soul, inviting audiences worldwide to fall in love with Troyanda. There will be a variety of Ukrainian music, dance and culture displays. Contests and prizes will continue to be part of the game including Gift Card giveaways from Tenderloin Meat & Sausage and a special “So You Think You Can Dance - Ukrainian” contest courtesy of Mr. Perogie, plus Ukrainian-themed activities will be staged on the Concourse of the ballpark.
Photo Credit: Katy Cowell/Lincoln Saltdogs LINCOLN, NE – The Winnipeg Goldeyes (25-37) dropped their eighth consecutive game Friday evening, falling 6-5 in 11 innings to the Lincoln Saltdogs (26-37) at Haymarket Park. The Goldeyes have now lost a league-high 17 one-run games this season. Boxscore Lincoln opened the scoring in the bottom of the first inning. With the bases loaded and one out, Rolando Espinosa lifted a deep drive to left that was caught by Roby Enríquez , who made a leaping grab to take away a potential grand slam. Brody Fahr scored on the sacrifice fly to give the Saltdogs a 1-0 lead. The Goldeyes responded in the second when Ray-Patrick Didder hit his seventh home run of the season, a two-run shot to left that scored Matthew Warkentin and put Winnipeg ahead 2-1. In the third, Jacob Robson tripled and scored on a Tripp Clark single to extend the lead to 3-1. The Goldeyes made it 4-1 in the fourth when Enríquez singled and later came home on a base hit by Kevin García . Lincoln cut into the lead in the bottom of the fourth. With the bases loaded, Danny Bautista Jr. drove in two runs with a shallow single to score Max Hewitt and Jack Cone. In the fifth, a passed ball allowed Fahr to score and tie the game at 4-4. Both teams were held off the scoreboard until the top of the 11th, when pinch-runner Andy Armstrong scored from third base on a passed ball to give Winnipeg a 5-4 lead. In the bottom half, the Saltdogs tied the game on a bases-loaded walk to Fahr and won it one batter later when Neyfy Castillo hit a sacrifice fly to centre field. Franny Cobos started for Lincoln and took a no-decision, allowing four runs on eight hits over four innings with a walk and a strikeout. Dylan Castaneda followed with five shutout innings, surrendering just two hits while walking one and striking out three. Jacob Roberts worked two scoreless innings before Peyton Cariaco (W, 1-2) was credited with the win in the 11th. Derrick Cherry started for Winnipeg and gave up one earned run over three innings. Weston Lombard was first out of the Goldeyes’ bullpen and allowed three runs (two earned) over one inning on one hit, three walks, and a strikeout. Joe Jaco followed with a scoreless inning, issuing three walks but keeping Lincoln off the board. Zan Rose handled the bulk of the relief work, pitching 3.1 innings while allowing two hits and striking out two. Tasker Strobel (L, 1-3) was charged with the loss, allowing two runs (one earned) in the bottom of the 11th. The series continues Saturday evening at 6:05 p.m. CDT. Right-hander James Bradwell (0-2, 10.61 ERA) will take the mound for Winnipeg against former Goldeyes pitcher Jhon Vargas (2-2, 6.57 ERA). Fans can join me, Trevor Curl , for all the action live on CJNU 93.7 FM and online at cjnu.ca , with the pregame show beginning at 5:30 p.m. The video stream of all Goldeyes games is available free of charge at AABaseball.TV . Winnipeg returns home Thursday, July 24, when the Chicago Dogs come to Blue Cross Park for a four-game set. For information about Single Game Tickets, Skysuites, and Group Packages, please visit Goldeyes.com/Tickets .
