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Montreal Alouettes to retire star quarterback Calvillo’s No. 13 jersey
MONTREAL – The Montreal Alouettes will retire quarterback Anthony Calvillo’s No. 13 on Oct. 13 when the club faces the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Hamilton quarterback Zach Collaros named CFL’s top offensive player of the week
TORONTO – Quarterback Zach Collaros, who guided the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to a third win in four games, was named the CFL’s offensive player of the week Tuesday.
Bombers’ QB Willy remains uncertain for Saturday’s game against Ticats
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers still don’t know whether quarterback Drew Willy will be able to play in Saturday’s home game against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, coach Mike O’Shea said Tuesday.
Solid defence has helped Ticats move into tie for first in East Division
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are 3-1 with Zach Collaros back at the helm, but his return isn’t the only reason for the club’s resurgence.
Calgary’s Cornish returns for game against Lions, but not QB Bo Levi Mitchell
CALGARY – With their momentum suddenly halted, the Calgary Stampeders are collecting themselves for what will be a tough fight for the West Division over the final third of the regular season.
First phase of BMO Field renovation underway, still waiting word on Argos’ future
TORONTO – Renovations are underway at BMO Field, with a light being left on at the construction zone if the money can be found to shoehorn in the Toronto Argonauts.
Olympian Jesse Lumsden gets a different style of training with Rugby Canada
LANGFORD, B.C. – Jesse Lumsden thought he knew all about running — that is, until he took to the rugby pitch this week.
Riders, Eskimos square off in the first of three late-season meetings
The Saskatchewan Roughriders and Edmonton Eskimos will get to know each other very well over the final weeks of the CFL regular season.
Cheeky ads raise ire of Rider Nation as game against Edmonton approaches
REGINA – A cheeky advertising campaign is sparking interest in Friday’s CFL game between the Edmonton Eskimos and the Saskatchewan Roughriders, but a spokesman for the home team admits there have been complaints.
With injuries mounting, rookie receivers getting a chance with B.C. Lions
SURREY, B.C. – Stephen Adekolu and Bryan Burnham are close friends off the field, so it’s probably fitting their careers have followed similar paths.
Mr. Everything: Multi-talented Lawrence anxious to contribute against Riders
EDMONTON – The Edmonton Eskimos signed free agent Kendial Lawrence as an injury fill-in early this season, but the 25-year-old Texas native is proving to be a valuable and versatile addition to the CFL club.
Running back Moissis Madu makes timely return to Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ offence
Moissis Madu is making a timely return to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ offence.
Quarterback Drew Willy to start for Blue Bombers against Tiger-Cats
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ bye week came at a perfect time for quarterback Drew Willy.
Tate, Glenn together again at McMahon, but on opposite sides Saturday
CALGARY – Their careers intertwined as Calgary Stampeders teammates. On Saturday, the paths of Drew Tate and Kevin Glenn cross again as opposing quarterbacks.
Running back John White leads Eskimos to 24-0 shutout of Roughriders
EDMONTON – The Edmonton Eskimos were more than pleased to have John White back in the mix.
Friday’s Scoreboard
Friday’s Games
Toronto Argonauts place running back Chad Kackert on practice roster
TORONTO – So much for Chad Kackert’s retirement.
Rookie Mossis Madu powers Hamilton Tiger-Cats past Winnipeg Blue Bombers 16-11
WINNIPEG – Rookie Mossis Madu ran 22 yards for his first CFL touchdown as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeated the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 16-11 Saturday for their first road win of the season.
Saturday’s Scoreboard
Saturday’s Games
Milanovich says Argos won’t rush running back Chad Kackert into lineup
TORONTO – Chad Kackert may be a big-play threat capable of scoring from anywhere on the field but Toronto coach Scott Milanovich plans to ease the star running back into theArgonauts’ offence.
Lions lose leading rusher Harris for rest of regular season with injured ankle
VANCOUVER – The B.C. Lions lost more than just a key West Division game Saturday night to the Calgary Stampeders.
Edmonton Eskimos sign veteran wide receiver Paris Jackson
EDMONTON – Veteran wide receiver Paris Jackson was signed by the Edmonton Eskimos on Monday, the team has announced.
Bombers QB Drew Willy takes a break but will play in Ottawa on Friday
WINNIPEG – Their quarterback leads the league in passing yards but the Winnipeg Blue Bombers keep sliding down the CFL West Division standings.
Stampeders close to giving Mitchell the green light to start against Roughriders
CALGARY – Barring a setback in practice this week, Bo Levi Mitchell is expected to be the starting quarterback for the Calgary Stampeders on Friday against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.