Hirano signs with Cyclones

Cincinnati, Ohio -The Cincinnati Cyclones have signed forward Yushiroh Hiranoto a contract for the 2020-21 season. Hirano comes to Cincinnati to take part in his third professional season in North America. The previous two seasons have seen him play in the Pittsburgh Penguins system with the Wheeling Nailers and American Hockey League's Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins. During this time, Hirano accounted for 92 points (32g-60a) over 119 ECHL games and one assist in one game for Wilkes Barre/Scranton. Hirano has a very interesting and diverse playing background. Before playing professionally in America, Hirano spent multiple stints in the Asia League, along with Youngstown of the United States Hockey League and also playing in one of the top leagues in Sweden. Hirano has also represented his home country of Japan in international play.