Fri Sep 13 03:55:56 UTC 2024: ## Winnipeg Goldeyes Advance to American Association Championship Final
**Winnipeg, MB** – The Winnipeg Goldeyes are heading to the American Association championship final for the first time in seven years after defeating their rivals, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, 3-1 on Thursday night.
The game was a nail-biter, with the Goldeyes securing the victory thanks to a clutch performance from starter Mitch Lambson and a strong showing from the bullpen. Lambson, the league’s 2019 pitcher of the year, pitched six and two-thirds innings, giving up just one run on three hits while striking out 11 Redhawks batters.
Relief pitcher Ben Onyshko closed out the game in the ninth inning, earning the save despite facing some serious tension with the tying run on base. His performance sparked a chaotic celebration on the field as the Goldeyes secured their spot in the final.
The Goldeyes will now face the Kane County Cougars in a best-of-five series, beginning Saturday and Sunday in Illinois. The series will shift back to Winnipeg for the duration, with Game 3 on Tuesday night and Games 4 and 5, if necessary, taking place on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Goldeyes’ journey to the championship final has been an impressive one. After finishing last in their division last season, they surged to first place this year, with manager Logan Watkins earning the league’s Manager of the Year award.
The team is hoping to build on their success and bring home the championship trophy for the fifth time in franchise history.
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