The Exciting Whites Return to The Pond, Jackfish Re-Sign Luther and Hupé!

WELLAND - The Welland Jackfish, Niagara's Greatest Show, is excited to announce the re-signing of Brandon Hupé and Brendan Luther for the 2026 season.

Hupé enters his third season in the Rose City following a career-high 2025 season where he recorded 6 doubles, a triple, 3 home runs and 31 RBI while appearing in all 42 games.

"One of the hardest working Jackfish back for 2026! Brandon’s intensity and skill set on both sides of the ball will be an integral part of pursuing a CBL championship for 2026," said Jackfish General Manager, Jason McKay.

The North Delta, British Columbia native also spent time with Trois-Rivières of the Frontier League and played his college baseball with the British Columbia Thunderbirds.

Luther enters his second season with the Fish following a standout rookie season at The Pond. appearing in all 42 games, Brendan recorded a.368 average with 6 doubles, 3 home runs and 31 RBI.

"Brendan Luther showed last year that he is easily one of the strongest players from a skill set perspective in the entire league." "Anchoring our lineup at shortstop defensively and always providing the big hit when needed most, we cannot wait to have him back for our first season in the CBL."

The former Okotoks Dawg spent three seasons in the WCBL, winning the league championships in each season.

Niagara's Greatest Show returns to the Rose City on Saturday, May 16th, 2026. Season Memberships and Flex Plans are now available by visiting tickets.wellandjackfish.com or by calling 905-735-9834. Follow the Fish online on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @wellandjackfish.