CBL's Kitchener Panthers re-sign MacNeil

The Canadian Baseball League’s Kitchener Panthers have re-signed right-hander Owen MacNeill (Georgetown, Ont.). Photo: Kitchener Panthers

January 19, 2026

Official Kitchener Panthers News Release

KITCHENER, ONT. - The Kitchener Panthers are proud to announce the signing of strikeout artist Owen MacNeil.

MacNeil emerged as a top starting pitcher in the league in 2025. The Georgetown, Ont., native had a 3-2 record with a 3.73 ERA in 53 innings of work.

He had 51 strikeouts, including a season-high 11 against Toronto on July 6, 2025.

The former Hamilton Cardinal is a graduate of the University of Charleston in West Virginia (NCAA D2).

"I am glad to have Owen returning this year," said general manager Shanif Hirani.

"Every time he took the ball, he gave us a chance to win and always competed. He adds another arm to help stabilize our rotation."