TRADE ALERT: Panthers acquire Malik Williams from Barrie

PHOTO: Bob Hurley Photography

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KITCHENER - The Kitchener Panthers are proud to announce the acquisition of infielder Malik Williams from the Barrie Baycats.

Barrie will get a player to be named later and cash considerations in return.

Williams spent four years up in Simcoe County, and won an IBL championship in 2024.

His 2025 was cut short after suffering a lower body injury in mid-June, and only got into 10 games. He hit .243 in those games, including a homer and drove in seven runs.

In 2024, he hit .318 for Barrie, including a home run, nine doubles and 24 RBI in 31 games. He also played nine games with the Ottawa Titans of the Frontier League.

In 2023, he got into 45 games with Trois-Rivieres of the Frontier League, where he had a .302 average, including seven home runs and 31 RBI.

"I am very excited that we were able to acquire Malik," said general manager Shanif Hirani.

"His swing plays well at Jack Couch and he adds right handed power to the middle of our lineup. His pro experience will also be a valuable addition to our roster."

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MALIK WILLIAMS

• Bats/Pitches: R/R
• Hometown: Toronto, ON
• Birthdate: September 8, 1999
• Pronunciation: muh-LEEK WILL-YUMS