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Another Laval O-lineman on the way as Roy stands out at combine for 2017 CFL draft
MONTREAL – Jean-Simon Roy hopes to be the next Laval Rouge-et-Or offensive lineman to make…
Defensive end Trent Corney grateful to feel wanted by Blue Bombers
Trent Corney’s football future is finally settled. The Virginia defensive end was taken ninth overall…
Argos GM feels draftee Brian Jones will give CFL club vastly different look
TORONTO – Jim Barker is expecting an immediate return from first-round pick Brian Jones. The…
Saskatchewan Roughriders take tackle Josiah St. John first overall in CFL draft
TORONTO – Chris Jones picked up a huge insurance policy for quarterback Darian Durant on…
Roughriders listening to offers for first overall selection in CFL draft
TORONTO – Chris Jones has a decision to make. The Saskatchewan Roughriders’ head coach/GM said…
Sebastian Giovinco razor-sharp in Toronto FC home opener in new-look BMO Field
Toronto FC earned three points in its long-awaited home debut Saturday night. And the loud…
Toronto FC looking forward to playing at home but says defence won’t rest
TORONTO – While politicians and MLSE executives declared the newly renovated BMO Field open, coach…
Sophomore receiver Spencer anxious to take advantage of opportunity with Argos
TORONTO – Opportunity is knocking for Diontae Spencer. When the Toronto Argonauts open training camp,…
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Daughter of ex-CFL QB Chuck Ealey shares his rise to fame in ‘The Stone Thrower’
TORONTO – The daughter of retired CFL quarterback Chuck Ealey knew his remarkable life story…
Fortin tests positive for banned substance at CFL regional combine
TORONTO – Jonathan Fortin, a defensive back at Bishop’s University, tested positive for a banned…
‘It’s time to let him loose’: B.C. Lions ready to unleash Bo Lokombo in 2016
SURREY, B.C. – Mark Washington looked over at Bo Lokombo after one of the B.C.…
B.C. Lions sign quarterback Jonathon Jennings to contract extension through 2018
SURREY, B.C. – A six-game audition was enough to earn Jonathon Jennings a new contract…
Alouettes receiving great Cahoon got soon-to-be-retired No. 86 jersey by default
MONTREAL – Ben Cahoon wore his favourite jersey number — seven — for one day…
NHL, CFL teams donate to relief efforts for evacuees of Alberta wildfire
Alberta’s professional sports teams are contributing to relief efforts after raging wildfires forced the evacuation…
Stoic on the field, teammate says Argos QB Ricky Ray has a hidden hilarious side
TORONTO – Ricky Ray is stoic on the field as he meticulously dissects opposing defences…
Austin says health concerns won’t prevent him from continuing on with Ticats
Kent Austin says his health won’t impact his ability to continue as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats…
Alouettes to retire star slotback Cahoon’s Number 86; Canadian set receiving records
MONTREAL – Star slotback Ben Cahoon’s jersey No. 86 will be retired by the Montreal…
CFL draft expands from seven rounds to eight in time for 2016 selection process
TORONTO – The CFL has expanded its draft from seven rounds to eight, starting with…
Veteran Glenn says he could see Canadian Bridge being CFL starter
Kevin Glenn isn’t ready to surrender the reins just yet, but he can see Brandon…
Roughriders defensive lineman Tearrius George abruptly announces CFL retirement
REGINA – Defensive lineman Tearrius George announced his retirement from the Saskatchewan Roughriders after he…
BMO Field ready for Toronto FC home opener with new canopy, lights and sound system
TORONTO – Thanks to the co-operation of Mother Nature and a lot of hard labour,…
CFL quarterback prospect Buckley, Olympic swimmer Masse win BLG Awards
CALGARY – Andrew Buckley and Kylie Masse are having a big 2016. In addition to…
‘Like a revolving door’: B.C. Lions’ third-string QB McGhee knows pressure is on
SURREY, B.C. – Greg McGhee knows he isn’t safe. The 23-year-old finished last season as…
New Orleans Saints select Manitoba Bisons lineman Onyemata in NFL draft
It’s back to football for David Onyemata. After months of testing and not knowing where…