December 3, 2021

Official Hamilton Cardinals News Release

The Hamilton Cardinals, members of the Intercounty Baseball League (IBL) are pleased to announce their first signing of the 2022 season.

Shortstop Tristan Osika (Ancaster, Ont.) returns for his second IBL season. Last year, Osika was named to the IBL’s Second Team All-star even though he split the summer playing both Hamilton Jr. and with the IBL club. In his rookie season, the switch-hitting Osika hit .357 (25-for-70) in 18 games with two doubles, one home run while driving in nine and playing stellar defence.

“Tristan, did a great job with us last season,” said Cardinals GM Jeff Lounsbury. “As the season progressed, he gained more confidence and took on more leadership responsibilities. He had a tremendous first season, and he is the type of local young player you want to have part of your core team for many years. He’s fun to watch, plays hard and fits in well with our veterans and in the clubhouse.”

Osika is at Indiana Tech, where he is entering his sophomore year.

“I'm really grateful for the opportunity, I think we are going to do big things this year and I can't wait to get started,” said Osika.

The Hamilton Cardinals Baseball Club is a member of the Intercounty Baseball League. The over 100-year old summer league is one of the oldest baseball leagues in the world, established in 1919.