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Former Winnipeg Blue Bombers, CFL official Shawn Coates dies at the age of 52
WINNIPEG – Shawn Coates, who worked as a media relations director for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and later with the CFL’s head office, died Friday night. He was 52.
Yale running back Tyler Varga looking to impress with his speed at Senior Bowl
Canadian Tyler Varga is eager to show he can do more than just run over people.
Ottawa Redblacks land receiver Price from Grey Cup-champion Calgary Stampeders
OTTAWA – The Ottawa Redblacks bolstered their offence Thursday, acquiring receiver Maurice Price from the Grey Cup-champion Calgary Stampeders for linebacker Jasper Simmons and rookie receiver Dan Buckner.
Nick Eaves stepping down as the head of Woodbine Entertainment Group
TORONTO – After guiding Ontario’s horse-racing industry through its darkest days, Nick Eaves is handing over the reins.
Montreal Alouettes acquire veteran receiver Stamps from Edmonton Eskimos
The Montreal Alouettes added a big-play receiver to their offensive arsenal Friday.
Calgary Stampeders re-sign Tate, release Lemon to sign with NFL’s Steelers
CALGARY – The Grey Cup-champion Calgary Stampeders have re-signed quarterback Drew Tate and released defensive lineman Shawn Lemon.
Calgary Stampeders sign all-star halfback Jamar Wall to extension
CALGARY – The Calgary Stampeders have signed all-star defensive back Jamar Wall to a contract extension.
Alouettes name Turk Schonert offensive co-ordinator to complete coaching staff
MONTREAL – The Montreal Alouettes named Turk Schonert as offensive co-ordinator on Tuesday.
Byfuglien buoyed by marriage and recent move back to Jets defence
WINNIPEG – A few rare smiles crossed Dustin Byfuglien’s face as reporters crowded around him after practice Tuesday.
Richie Hall new defensive co-ordinator of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Facing a diminished role with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Richie Hall took on the challenge of becoming the Winnipeg Blue Bombers defensive co-ordinator.
Stampeders’ John Hufnagel named CFL’s coach of the year award winner
WINNIPEG – John Hufnagel is about to take a well-deserved vacation.
Alouettes quarterback Crompton wants to keep long hair and winning record
MONTREAL – Jonathan Crompton went to see American Sniper at a local cinema this week and got spotted by a fan because of his shaggy long hair.
Jeff Tedford, George Cortez reunited on B.C. Lions coaching staff
VANCOUVER – Soon after being named the head coach of the B.C. Lions, Jeff Tedford set his sights on an old colleague to help him transition back into the CFL.
Roughriders GM has plenty of work to do before CFL free agent deadline
Brendan Taman still has plenty on his plate less than three weeks before the start of CFL free agency.
Roughriders acquire linebacker Emry from Argonauts for defensive end Foley
REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders acquired middle linebacker Shea Emry from the Toronto Argonauts on Saturday in exchange for defensive end Ricky Foley.
Habs to visit Bruins in 2016 Winter Classic as NHL unveils outdoor game schedule
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Two years after the massive success at Michigan Stadium, the Montreal Canadiens will become the second Canadian NHL team to take part in a Winter Classic.
Saskatchewan Roughriders re-sign all-star Tyron safety Brackenridge
REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed safety Tyron Brackenridge to an extension.
CFL, NFL have similar protocol regarding inflation of their footballs
TORONTO – The NFL and the CFL may have different rules and play different styles of football but they follow a similar protocol when it comes to inflating balls.
Veteran defensive end Ricky Foley anxious to return to Toronto Argonauts
TORONTO – Ricky Foley’s shock and dismay have been replaced by the excitement of returning home.
Canadian Tyler Varga enhances NFL stock with solid Senior Bowl showing
He’s the fourth-ranked prospect for this year’s CFL draft but Jim Barker firmly believes Tyler Varga’s football future lies south of the border.
Linebacker Greenwood anxious for opportunity to start with Toronto Argonauts
TORONTO – This isn’t a typical off-season for Cory Greenwood.
Veteran receiver S.J. Green signs contract extension with Montreal Alouettes
MONTREAL – S.J. Green won’t be hitting the CFL open market.
Former star quarterback Antony Calvillo named Alouettes receivers coach
MONTREAL – Pro football’s all-time passing leader will show the Montreal Alouettes receivers how it’s done this season.
B.C. Lions sign former NFL receiver Austin Collie to CFL contract
VANCOUVER – Austin Collie is heading to the CFL, but with the B.C. Lions.