2026 SIGNING TRACKER: P Evan Elliott

KITCHENER - The Kitchener Panthers are proud to announce the signing of pitcher Evan Elliott.

Elliott was a key piece to the Kitchener rotation in 2025, making 12 starts on the season.

The former Texas Rangers and Toronto Blue Jays farmhand had a 6.86 ERA in 60.1 innings of work. He had 68 strikeouts to 35 walks, and finished with a 2-4 record.

He was a 15th round pick to Texas in 2021 and spent four seasons in the Arizona and Florida Complex leagues with the Rangers and Jays.

"I am excited to have Evan returning to our pitching staff," said general manager Shanif Hirani.

"Evan's high powered fastball and plus breaking ball make him an uncomfortable at bat for opposing hitters. His versatility to be able to start or come out of the bullpen will also be extremely valuable."

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EVAN ELLIOTT

• Bats/Pitches: R/R
• Hometown: Toronto, ON
• Birthdate: January 10, 2001
• Pronunciation: EV-in ELL-ee-uht