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Marman Headed Overseas

December 24, 2025 - SIOUX CITY, Iowa - The Sioux City Explorers announced today that right-handed pitcher Kyle Marman has been signed by the eight-time and reigning Taiwan Series Champions, the Rakuten Monkeys of the Chinese Professional Baseball League. The Florida native is the second player transferred this offseason, and he leaves the Explorers with a long line of success both as a closer in 2024 and as a staff ace as a starter in 2025. Kyle Marman, in two seasons with Sioux City, was twice named to the American Association West Division... Full Story

Chicago Dogs Announce Stan Cliburn as Field Manager for the 2026 Season

December 22, 2025 - Rosemont, Ill. - The Chicago Dogs organization is excited to announce the hiring of Stan Cliburn as the team's new manager, bringing one of the most experienced and respected leaders in professional baseball to Impact Field for the 2026 season. "We are thrilled to welcome Stan back to the Dogs family. His deep experience, leadership, and love for the game make him the perfect choice as manager to take the Dogs to the next level," said Shawn Hunter, owner of the Chicago Dogs. With over 2,000 career wins as a minor leagu... Full Story

Goldeyes Re-Sign Right-Hander Kowalski

December 22, 2025 - WINNIPEG, MB - The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced the re-signing Monday of right-handed starting pitcher Ben Kowalski. Kowalski originally signed with the Goldeyes May 13 and made his professional debut May 20 in a win over the Milwaukee Milkmen. His contract was then transferred to the Dorados de Chihuahua of the Mexican League May 25. He returned to Winnipeg late in the season, signing August 15. In seven games (five starts) with the Goldeyes in 2025, he went 3-1 with a 3.58 earned run average. With Chihuahua, he appear... Full Story

Two Former Chippewas Become RailCats

December 22, 2025 - (Gary, IN) The Gary SouthShore RailCats 2026 roster added two more names earlier today. Manager Jeff Isom signed backstop Drew Stengren and right‑handed pitcher Bryce Hellgeth, with both players entering their third season of professional baseball. Drew Stengren hails from Fox River Grove, Illinois, where he helped his high school, Cary‑Grove, win a regional championship in 2019. The catcher went on to play collegiately at Central Michigan University from 2021-24, appearing in 118 games for t... Full Story

• Marman Headed Overseas - Sioux City Explorers (December 24)
  
• Chicago Dogs Announce Stan Cliburn as Field Manager for the 2026 Season - Chicago Dogs (December 22)
  
• Goldeyes Re-Sign Right-Hander Kowalski - Winnipeg Goldeyes (December 22)
  
• Two Former Chippewas Become RailCats - Gary SouthShore Railcats (December 22)
  
• Lefty Lombard Returns to Goldeyes' Bullpen - Winnipeg Goldeyes (December 19)
  
• Crown Point Native Signs to Pitch with RailCats - Gary SouthShore Railcats (December 19)
  
• Murphy to Return for Sixth Season with Goldeyes - Winnipeg Goldeyes (December 17)
  
• Thomas Returns and Rosario Debuts - Sioux City Explorers (December 16)
  
• First Arm Signed for 2026 RailCats - Gary SouthShore Railcats (December 16)
  
• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report - (December 15)
  
• Jodie Steps Down as Saltdogs Field Manager - Lincoln Saltdogs (December 15)
  
• Goldeyes Re-Sign Relief Pitcher Cherry - Winnipeg Goldeyes (December 15)
  
• Fargo-Moorhead Adds Two More Players for 2026 - Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks (December 15)
  
• Lefty Reliever Waterhouse Added to Bullpen - Winnipeg Goldeyes (December 10)
  
• Explorers Add Asencio and Good - Sioux City Explorers (December 9)
  
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• 5 in '25: Fernandez family, 'MiniFan' create memorable moments at Newman Outdoor Field - Fargo Forum (December 29)
  
• Manitoba Miracle tops poll - Winnipeg Free Press (December 26)
  
• Winnipeg Goldeyes stick with Kowalski for next year - Winnipeg Sun (December 23)
  
• Winnipeg Goldeyes welcome back Weston Lombard in 2026 - Winnipeg Sun (December 20)
  
• Sticking with the Fish a no-brainer for Murphy - Winnipeg Free Press (December 18)
  
• All-time leader Max Murphy returns to the Goldeyes - Winnipeg Sun (December 17)
  
• Goldeyes bring Max Murphy back for another year - Winnipeg Sun (December 17)
  
• J.D. Scholten's baseball career over the years - Sioux City Journal (December 17)
  
• J.D. Scholten retiring from professional baseball - Sioux City Journal (December 16)
  
• Lincoln Saltdogs manager steps down after 5 seasons - Lincoln Journal Star (December 16)
  
• Goldeyes re-sign blossoming Cherry - Winnipeg Sun (December 15)
  
• Cherry renews contract with Winnipeg Goldeyes for 2026 - Winnipeg Sun (December 15)
  
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