2026 SIGNING TRACKER: INF Yosuke Fujie

KITCHENER - The Kitchener Panthers are proud to announce the signing of Gold Glove third baseman and switch-hitting slugger Yosuke Fujie.

Fujie had a memorable first year in 2025 with the Panthers, leading the team with eight home runs and 26 walks. He hit .261 on the year, and knocked in 21 RBI.

His production was enough to earn him a spot at the 2025 IBL All-Star Showdown in Hamilton, and took part in the Home Run Derby.

In the field, his defence earned him a Rawlings Gold Glove at third base.

Fujie is currently in Australia's State League, playing for the Rockingham Rams.

"I'm excited to have Yosuke returning for his second season with us," said general manager Shanif Hirani.

"He had a great year on both sides of the ball, so I am excited to see how he can improve with a year of experience under his belt and build off his all-star rookie season."

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YOSUKE FUJIE

• Bats/Pitches: S/R
• Hometown: Mission, BC
• Birthdate: October 29, 2002
• Pronunciation: yo-SKAY FOO-gee (SOFT G)