The Winnipeg Goldeyes re-signed left-handed pitcher Brendan Lafferty for the 2015 American Association season.

Lafferty, 28, set a Goldeyes record by appearing in 55 games out of the bullpen last season, which bested his own record from the 2013 campaign. He finished last summer with a 0-3 record, career-low 2.66 ERA and a career-high six saves.

"We're thrilled to have him back in our bullpen," said Goldeyes manager Rick Forney. "His durability and reliability are his best strengths. Obviously during the last couple of years he's set some Goldeyes records. He makes himself available to the club on a regular basis and can fill many roles in the bullpen."

Lafferty joined the Goldeyes for the 2013 season and had an immediate impact. He made 53 appearances out of the bullpen, which was a Goldeyes record at the time, and went 5-2 with a 3.49 ERA.

Prior to coming to Winnipeg, Lafferty was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 18th round of the 2009 MLB Amateur Draft. He played four seasons in their system, including parts of two seasons at Class AA.

Following the 2012 season, he was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the Rule 5 Draft, but was released during spring training. Lafferty was also selected by the Phillies in 47th round of the 2004 MLB Amateur Draft out of Riverside Poly High School, but he elected to attend UCLA instead of signing.

The Goldeyes now have two pitchers and one position player signed for the 2015 season.