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Simonise thankful to get second chance at pro football career with Bombers
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are giving Rashaun Simonise a second lease on his pro football…
Hamilton Tiger-Cats take receiver Mark Chapman first overall in CFL draft
TORONTO – Trey Rutherford finally has clarity regarding his football future but will have to…
In the news today, May 3
Five stories in the news for Thursday, May 3 ——— N.B. FLOODING: ‘THE WORST IS…
Hamilton acquires top pick in CFL draft in trade with Alouettes
HAMILTON – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have acquired the top draft selection in Thursday’s CFL draft…
CFL draft offers receiver Chapman another path to a pro football career
Mark Chapman shouldn’t have to wait long to hear his name called at the CFL…
Former CFL Jerrell Freeman announces his retirement from football
Jerrell Freeman is calling it a career. The former CFL linebacker announced his retirement Wednesday…
Toronto FC to install new grass surface at BMO Field later this month
TORONTO – Tired of playing on a “cow pasture,” Toronto FC plans to lay a…
Football’s Mike Morreale heads up new Canadian Elite Basketball League
TORONTO – Retired longtime CFL receiver Mike Morreale hopes he can parlay his football background…
Montreal Alouettes open to dealing first overall pick in CFL draft
Kavis Reed is open for business. The Montreal Alouettes general manager has the first pick…
Allen, Keon, Despatie headline Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2018
TORONTO – Alexandre Despatie was five years old when he first started diving in his…
Pasztor living proof undrafted players can enjoy productive NFL careers
Austin Pasztor is living proof the draft isn’t the only path to a productive NFL…
Leggett credits fiancee Christin Price for quick recovery from torn Achilles
WINNIPEG – Maurice Leggett is making impressive progress in his comeback from a torn Achilles…
Grey Cup returns to Calgary a decade after Roughrider nightmare at McMahon
CALGARY – A decade after the 13th man trashed the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ Grey Cup hopes,…
Shepherd, Knevel among Canadians eligible for selection in 2018 NFL draft
David Knevel might be a longtime Philadelphia Eagles fan, but he doesn’t have a burning…
Maple Leafs hold moment of silence ahead of Game 6 for those affected by deadly incident
TORONTO – The Maple Leafs held a moment of silence before their playoff game Monday…
Knevel sad to be leaving Nebraska but excited about potential pro career
It’s a bittersweet time for David Knevel. This week, the towering six-foot-nine, 315-pound offensive lineman…
Stampeders lineman Lavertu retires from CFL after losing 2017 season to injury
CALGARY – Offensive lineman Pierre Lavertu has announced his retirement from the CFL after four…
CFL announces that none of its teams exceeded salary cap during 2017 season
TORONTO – The CFL announced Friday all nine of its teams were under the $5.15-million…
Edmonton police chief to meet with NFL about Sept. 30 attack outside CFL game
Edmonton’s police chief says he will speak with National Football League executives about the Sept.…
After two straight playoff seasons, Bombers no longer have element of surprise
Attendance is up and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers have become a profitable, stable franchise but…
Hamilton Tiger-Cats name former rush end Joe Montford to Wall of Honour
HAMILTON – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats named former rush end Joe Montford for induction on the…
Stampeder quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell says arm, head in order for CFL season
CALGARY – Bo Levi Mitchell added a baseball throwing coach and ditched Twitter as part…
DeRozan scores 37 points as the Raptors take a 2-0 series lead over Washington
TORONTO – DeMar DeRozan had one of the finest post-season performances of his career to…
Alouettes release four Canadian players, add American receiver to roster
MONTREAL – Veteran Canadians Matt Vonk and Seydou Junior Haidara were among four players released…