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Veteran quarterback Glenn asks expansion Ottawa Redblacks to trade him
Kevin Glenn doesn’t want to continue his CFL career with the expansion Ottawa Redblacks.
Lions quarterback Buck Pierce announced retirement after nine CFL seasons
VANCOUVER – B.C. Lions quarterback Buck Pierce has announced his retirement from the CFL.
Senators looking forward to Heritage Classic, but need the two points
OTTAWA – The Ottawa Senators are looking forward to Sunday’s Heritage Classic against the Vancouver Canucks, but know their focus has to be on picking up two points rather than the novelty of playing outdoors.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers re-sign all-star running back Will Ford
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have re-signed East Division all-star running back Will Ford.
Alouettes release veteran receiver Arland Bruce two weeks after anti-gay comment
MONTREAL – The Montreal Alouettes have released veteran receiver Arland Bruce just two weeks after he was fined for making homophobic comments.
Alouettes owner says Higgins hiring maintains separation of coach and GM jobs
MONTREAL – New coach Tom Higgins wants the Montreal Alouettes to be as entertaining as ever but to win more games than last season.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign former Eskimos Canadian DB Donovan Alexander
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have added to their Canadian talent base with the signing Tuesday of Winnipeg-born defensive back Donovan Alexander.
Former Tiger-Cats owner appeals for return of Grey Cup ring stolen in break-in
TORONTO – A former owner of the CFL’s Hamilton Tiger-Cats is asking for the return of his “priceless” 1999 Grey Cup ring, which was stolen from his Toronto home during a break-in.
B.C. Lions release veteran Canadian receiver Paris Jackson
VANCOUVER – The B.C. Lions parted ways with Paris Jackson on Friday, granting the veteran Canadian receiver his release so that he could pursue other CFL opportunities.
Paul McCallum to share B.C. Lions kicking duties with Ricky Schmitt
VANCOUVER – The B.C. Lions have signed veteran kicker Paul McCallum to a contract extension and agreed to terms with free-agent punter Ricky Schmitt.
Gary Etcheverry leads Bombers defence coaching staff for 2014 season
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have finally settled on their defensive coaching staff for this season, led by CFL veteran Gary Etcheverry as defensive co-ordinator.
More changes loom for B.C Lions roster after changes to the coaching staff
SURREY, B.C. – Now that Mike Benevides has revamped his B.C. Lions coaching staff, more changes loom among the player ranks.
Blue Bombers sign veteran defensive back Korey Banks to contract extension
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed Korey Banks to a contract extension on Wednesday that will keep the veteran defensive back in the Manitoba capital for the next two seasons.
Veteran receiver Terrence Edwards retires from Winnipeg Blue Bombers
WINNIPEG – Receiver Terrence Edwards is retiring after nine seasons in the Canadian Football League and the last seven with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, who praised him as one of their greats.
Argos defence takes a hit as team releases star linebacker Marcus Ball
TORONTO – Another CFL player appears may be heading for a tryout in the NFL as the Toronto Argonauts announced Monday they had released linebacker Marcus Ball.
B.C. Lions sign linebacker Jamall Johnson
VANCOUVER – The B.C. Lions signed free-agent linebacker Jamall Johnson on Friday.
Ottawa Redblacks add 2 veterans on defence, 3 rookie wide receivers
OTTAWA – The Ottawa Redblacks added five new players to the roster Thursday.
Craig Butler leads free agent signings this season with Hamilton Tiger-Cats
HAMILTON – Craig Butler swears he won’t be showing off his Grey Cup ring in the Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ dressing room.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers GM Kyle Walters happy with how team is taking shape
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers don’t have a proven starting quarterback and haven’t upgraded their offensive line, but Kyle Walters likes the progress the team is making.
Alouettes’ Bruce apologizes for anti-gay comment aimed at NFL prospect Sam
MONTREAL – CFL veteran Arland Bruce has apologized for a crude posting on social media aimed at openly gay football player Michael Sam.
Ottawa Redblacks sign defensive back Jovon Johnson, linebacker Malik Jackson
OTTAWA – The expansion Ottawa Redblacks bolstered their defence on Wednesday with the signing of defensive back Jovon Johnson and linebacker Malik Jackson.
Expansion Ottawa Redblacks will host CFL home opener July 18 versus Toronto
TORONTO – The expansion Ottawa Redblacks will make their official return to the CFL on the road.
Hamilton Tiger-cats, Toronto Argonauts the early winners in CFL free agency
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Toronto Argonauts were the big winners on the first day of CFL free agency.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats sign veteran Canadian safety Craig Butler as free agent
HAMILTON – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have significantly bolstered their secondary through free agency.