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Alouettes lineman Khalif Mitchell apologizes for Holocaust denial tweets
MONTREAL – Montreal Alouettes defensive lineman Khalif Mitchell apologized Friday for inappropriate posts on Twitter, including a link to a Holocaust denial video.
Argonauts defensive co-ordinator Burke resigns, Creehan to take over
TORONTO – Toronto Argonauts head coach Scott Milanovich has spent the last few weeks preparing a succession plan in case defensive co-ordinator Tim Burke decided he wouldn’t return for the 2015 season.
Manitoba NDP welcomes any auditor general probe into construction of stadium
WINNIPEG – Manitoba’s governing NDP says it would welcome an investigation by the auditor general into the construction of Winnipeg’s CFL stadium amid allegations it was rushed, poorly planned and overbudget.
CFL, Alouettes fine defensive lineman Mitchell for holocaust denial tweets
MONTREAL – Defensive lineman Khalif Mitchell has been fined undisclosed amounts by the Canadian Football League and the Montreal Alouettes for inappropriate posts on Twitter, including a link to a holocaust denial video.
Montreal Alouettes take Canadian quarterback Brandon Bridge in CFL draft
TORONTO – Quarteback Brandon Bridge’s talent was too much for Jim Popp to pass up.
Redblacks take offensive lineman Mateas first overall in CFL draft
TORONTO – Alex Mateas began a historic run on offensive lineman Tuesday night at the CFL draft.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats acquire offensive lineman Bomben from Alouettes
HAMILTON – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats acquired offensive lineman Ryan Bomben from the Montreal Alouettes for two picks in the 2015 CFL draft Tuesday.
Brain analysis shows ex- hockey player Steve Montador had CTE, family to sue NHL
TORONTO – Researchers who autopsied the brain of former NHL defenceman Steve Montador have discovered he had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, the progressively degenerative disease that’s been linked to repeated blows to the head.
Former CFL defensive lineman, McGill coach Ray Baillie dies at 80
EDMONTON – Former CFL defensive lineman Ray Baillie has died at the age of 80.
Winnipeg GM Walters entertaining a lot of trade talk leading up to CFL draft
Kyle Walters is a popular person these days.
Shaw Communications named the first-ever presenting sponsor of the Grey Cup
CALGARY – When the CFL championship game is played this November in Winnipeg, it will officially be known as “the Grey Cup presented by Shaw.”
Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign former NFL player Jamaal Westerman to deal
It’s back to three downs and being a yard off the football for Jamaal Westerman.
CFL partners with U.S. digital network to broaden its appeal to millenials
TORONTO – Newly minted CFL commissioner Jeffrey Orridge says once younger Canadians are exposed to his league, they’ll be hooked. And he’s looking to a U.S.-based company that brands itself as the “millennial voice and destination for sports” to help lure the next generation of fans.
Edmonton Eskimos were a big success on and off the field last season
EDMONTON – The 2014 CFL season was a successful one, on and off the field, for the Edmonton Eskimos.
Former NFL receiver Austin Collie making the transition to Canadian football
SURREY, B.C. – Austin Collie recognizes the situation is a little strange. Despite having never suited up for a down of Canadian football, the former NFL receiver counts as a national player for the B.C. Lions.
Canadian quarterback Brandon Bridge to attend Dallas Cowboys rookie mini-camp
Quarterback Brandon Bridge will attempt to make America’s team as an undrafted free agent.
Christian Covington lone Canadian selected in this year’s NFL draft
Christian Covington doesn’t have to go far to begin his pro football career.
Defensive tackle Christian Covington first Canadian taken in NFL draft
Christian Covington is a Houston Texan.
Toronto Argonauts says starter Ricky Ray’s rehab remains on schedule
TORONTO – Toronto Argonauts starting quarterback Ricky Ray continues to recover from off-season shoulder surgery and will step up his rehab to ensure he’s ready for the start of training camp, the CFL team said Friday.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers extend quarterback Drew Willy’s contract through 2017
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and quarterback Drew Willy have agreed to a contract extension through the 2017 season.
Son of former CFL star Grover Covington poised to be taken in NFL draft
More than 30 years after retiring, Grover Covington has a new appreciation for defensive tackles.
New head coach Jeff Tedford says tempo will be key for B.C. Lions
SURREY, B.C. – B.C. Lions head coach Jeff Tedford stands in the middle of the field and shouts at no one in particular to get moving.
Canadian Bridge feeling excitement, nerves leading up to NFL draft
The dream is close to becoming a reality for quarterback Brandon Bridge.
Argos owner reportedly in talks with Larry Tanenbaum, Bell Media to sell CFL franchise
TORONTO – Toronto Argonauts owner David Braley is in talks with Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment chairman Larry Tanenbaum and Bell Media about purchasing the CFL club, according to reports.