CBL's Guelph Royals re-sign Topolie

The Guelph Royals have re-signed CBL legend Damon Topolie (North Bay, Ont.). Photo: Guelph Royals

May 11, 2026

Official Guelph Royals News Release

The Guelph Royals are excited to announce the re-signing of IBL/CBL legend Damon Topolie.

The 50-year-old Topolie returns to Guelph in pursuit of 500 career RBIs, a feat accomplishment by only Sean Reilly and Kevin Hinton, both of whom played in Guelph.

The North Bay, Ont., native joked that he’s happy to finally be a professional baseball player.

“This is a story of never giving up. After 26 years, to finally sign a professional baseball contract is a dream come true. To sign with such a storied and first-class organization is beyond amazing,” said Topolie. “The game of baseball has been very, very good to me. I’m truly blessed to a part of the Guelph Royals family.”

Royals assistant general manager Ryan Eakin said bringing Topolie back was a no brainer.

“We are a better clubhouse and team with Damon Topolie. What I love most about having him around is his willingness to do whatever is asked of him, despite being a manager in this league for so many years. He conducts himself as if he is a rookie trying to impress a coaching staff who is not familiar with him. It sets a standard of professionalism in our clubhouse. We greatly look forward to him reaching such a historic milestone in a Guelph jersey.”