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Brad Knighton proves Open Cup hero in Revolution win over Union

The Revs needed somebody to step up to the plate in Massachusetts' capital city, and the 'keeper of all people did exactly that.

BOSTON – Brad Knighton had a feeling his Wednesday would turn pretty solid, and Pokémon Go of all sources provided that omen for the New England Revolution goalkeeper.

"I knew it was going to be a good day today," the 31-year-old said. "I woke up and went for a walk and ending up finding Pikachu. I knew it was going to be a good night, and ultimately it was."

All joking aside, Knighton likely didn't anticipate just how crucial his performance would be in the Revs' U.