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Righty Fransen Joins Goldeyes for 2026

February 12, 2026 - WINNIPEG, MB - The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the signing Thursday of right-handed relief pitcher Arij Fransen. Fransen (full name pronounced Arr-EYE FRAWN-sen) spent 2025 with the Chattanooga Lookouts, the Class-AA affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds. In 30 appearances, he posted a 4-4 record with a 6.34 earned run average in 55.1 innings. A native of Deventer, Netherlands, Fransen spent three seasons (2019-21) with Honkbalclub Allen Weerbaar in the Dutch Major League and made his North American professional debut in 20... Full Story

Panaro and Arbolida Sign with Saltdogs

February 11, 2026 - LINCOLN, NE - The Lincoln Saltdogs have announced the signings of Santino Panaro and Cary Arbolida for the 2026 season Santino Panaro is a 5'10" 170-pound outfielder. The left-hander concluded his collegiate career with the Utah Utes, in 2025. He batted .331 in 44 games, recording 50 hits and drove in 18 runs. Predominantly a centerfielder for Utah, Panaro can also play right field and be used as a designated hitter. The 23-year-old Las Vegas, Nevada native will add quality depth in the Saltdogs outfield. Cary Arbolida... Full Story

Three Players Sign on to RailCats

February 10, 2026 - (Gary, IN) The Gary SouthShore RailCats announced today the signing of three players: opening day pitcher Deyni Olivero, everyday first baseman Joe Suozzi, and former Mets prospect Sebastian Castro. Olivero is a 28-year-old right-hander from the Dominican Republic. His professional baseball journey began in 2016 when he signed as an international free agent with the Arizona Diamondbacks. In 2019, he earned Northwest League Pitcher of the Year honors with the Hillsboro Hops after posting a 2.09 ERA in 15 games. Olivero joi... Full Story

Saltdogs Sign Trio

February 6, 2026 - LINCOLN, NE - The Lincoln Saltdogs have announced the signing of three more players for the 2026 season. Ryan Grabosch, Jacob Morrow and Tanner O'Tremba are part of the upcoming season's roster Ryan Grabosch is a 6'3", 220-pound catcher. The right-handed hitting 25-year-old comes to Lincoln from the Boise Hawks, of the Pioneer League. In 2025, Grabosch hit .314 with with two home runs and nine rbi's in 14 games played, predominantly in a designated hitter role. Grabosch will add depth for the Saltdogs at the catcher and c... Full Story

• Righty Fransen Joins Goldeyes for 2026 - Winnipeg Goldeyes (February 12)
  
• Panaro and Arbolida Sign with Saltdogs - Lincoln Saltdogs (February 11)
  
• Three Players Sign on to RailCats - Gary SouthShore Railcats (February 10)
  
• From the Creators of Tacos & Tequila, Country Rising Festival Returns to Winnipeg August 21 - Winnipeg Goldeyes (February 10)
  
• Saltdogs Sign Trio - Lincoln Saltdogs (February 6)
  
• RedHawks Re-Sign Kiser, Fernandez - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (February 5)
  
• Returning Pitcher and Fresh Outfielder Announced by RailCats - Gary SouthShore Railcats (February 5)
  
• Monarchs Welcome Back Gambrell to Kansas City - Kansas City Monarchs (February 3)
  
• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (February 2)
  
• Goldeyes Add Former Blue Jays Farmhand Arnold - Winnipeg Goldeyes (February 2)
  
• Saltdogs Add Two Pitchers - Lincoln Saltdogs (January 30)
  
• Monarchs Re-Sign Gonzalez, Add Outfield Prospects - Kansas City Monarchs (January 30)
  
• Lincoln to Host 2026 American Association All-Star Game - Lincoln Saltdogs (January 29)
  
• Saltdogs to Host the 2026 All-Star Game - Lincoln Saltdogs (January 29)
  
• RedHawks to Face NDSU Baseball Team in Exhibition Matchup - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (January 27)
  
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• Goldeyes add former Reds pitcher Arij Fransen to bullpen - Winnipeg Sun (February 12)
  
• Remembering Peter Young's golden broadcasting days - Winnipeg Sun (February 4)
  
• Winnipeg Goldeyes sign Canadian Bryce Arnold for 2026 - Winnipeg Sun (February 2)
  
• Bison, RedHawks set to play exhibition baseball game - Fargo Forum (January 30)
  
• Winnipeg signs former Marlins prospect Kevin Vaupel - Winnipeg Sun (January 27)
  
• From Europe to Nicaragua to Winnipeg: Tromp joins Goldeyes - Winnipeg Sun (January 23)
  
• Railroaders: Next Stop New Era Revealed - Cleburne Times Review (January 23)
  
• Mitchell Lambson's seventh season with the Goldeyes - Winnipeg Sun (January 21)
  
• Kevin Garca back for the Winnipeg Goldeyes in 2026 - Winnipeg Sun (January 20)
  
• Railroaders trade away league All-Stars - Cleburne Times Review (January 20)
  
• Railroaders invite all to reveal party - Cleburne Times Review (January 16)
  
• Goldeyes bring back reliever Tasker Strobel - Winnipeg Sun (January 16)
  
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