AA Sioux Falls Canaries

Canaries Bring Back Veteran LHP Kris Regas

Published on May 19, 2016 under American Association (AA)
Sioux Falls Canaries News Release


Sioux Falls Canaries Pitcher Kris Regas
Sioux Falls Canaries Pitcher Kris Regas
(Sioux Falls Canaries)

SIOUX FALLS, SD- The Sioux Falls Canaries announced on Thursday afternoon that they have signed veteran LHP Kris Regas to a contract for the 2016 season.

Regas appeared in 31 games (13 starts) for the American Association's Kansas City T-Bones in 2015, posting a 6-5 record and 5.05 ERA. He totaled 69 strikeouts and two saves in 87 1/3 innings of work.

The 36-year-old southpaw is no stranger to the Canaries organization. He appeared in 95 games for the Birds' from 2007-09, registering a 5-4 record and 1.33 ERA. Regas also totaled 46 saves in a Sioux Falls uniform, second most in franchise history.

"Kris was a favorite for a long time in Sioux Falls," said Canaries General Manager Duell Higbe. "He is a veteran pitcher who knows what it takes to successful in this league. We think he is going to be a terrific edition to our pitching staff."

The Bourbonnais, Illinois native begins his 14th professional season in 2016. He holds an overall record of 42-36 to go along with his 3.81 career ERA.

The Sioux Falls Canaries enter their 24th season on May 19th against the Sioux City Explorers at Lewis & Clark Park. The Canaries kick off the 2016 home portion of their schedule on Friday, May 20th.

The First 1,000 fans will receive a FREE Canaries Magnet Schedule, courtesy of First PREMIER Bank/ Bank Card. Be sure to stick around after the game for a special presentation from All-Star Fireworks. For more information about season tickets and corporate opportunities, call the Canaries ticket office at (605) 336-6060 or visit www.sfcanaries.com.





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Sioux Falls Canaries Pitcher Kris Regas
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