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Lions veteran GM Buono has mixed feelings about CFL’s fine against Eskimos
B.C. Lions GM Wally Buono has mixed emotions about the CFL’s decision to fine the Edmonton Eskimos for violating its tampering rules.
Source: 2014 Grey Cup game to be played at B.C. Place in Vancouver
TORONTO – The Grey Cup is returning to Vancouver.
CFL fines Eskimos for tampering in the signing of lineman Odell Willis
TORONTO – The CFL fined the Edmonton Eskimos $10,000 on Wednesday for violating its tampering rules when signing free agent defensive lineman Odell Willis.
Canadian linebacker Kevin Eiben announces retirement after 12-year CFL career
HAMILTON – Canadian linebacker Kevin Eiben is retiring after a 12-year CFL career.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers to kick off 2013 CFL regular season in new stadium
TORONTO – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will make their home debut at Investors Group Field on June 27, kicking off the 2013 CFL regular season hosting the Montreal Alouettes.
B.C. Lions sign defensive lineman Khreem Smith to contract extension
VANCOUVER – The B.C Lions have signed defensive lineman Khreem Smith to a contract extension.
Canadian Press NewsAlert: Argos’ Scott Milanovich named CFL’s top coach
REGINA – Scott Milanovich of the Toronto Argonauts has been named the CFL’s coach of the year.
Crown expects driver to plea in crash that killed 4 Alberta football players
GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. – The case of a man charged in a crash that killed four high school football players from northern Alberta is scheduled to be in court today in Grande Prairie.
Driver in Alberta crash that killed four high school football players in court
GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. – Walter Borden-Wilkins loved football and adored his little sister.
Montreal Alouettes expected to hire Dan Hawkins as their new head coach
MONTREAL – The Montreal Alouettes have settled on Marc Trestman’s successor as head coach.
Elimimian says the pursuit of his NFL dream is “over” at least for now
SURREY, B.C. – When Solomon Elimimian first connected with the B.C. Lions, he knew little about the CFL.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats release veteran running back Avon Cobourne
HAMILTON – Avon Cobourne’s time with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats has come to an end after the CFL club released the veteran import running back on Saturday.
Garrett Billings leads Toronto Rock in 17-12 rally past Calgary Roughnecks
TORONTO – Garrett Billings scored six goals and assisted on four as the Toronto Rock roared past the Calgary Roughnecks 17-12 in a showdown of the National Lacrosse League’s division leaders Friday night.
Grey Cup MVP Kackert doesn’t wait for Jets to make decision, returns to Argos
Chad Kackert was instrumental in the Toronto Argonauts capturing the 100th Grey Cup. Now he’ll play a pivotal role in the club’s title defence.
Toronto Argonauts re-sign Grey Cup MVP winner Chad Kackert to new deal
TORONTO – The Toronto Argonauts re-signed running back Chad Kackert on Friday.
Offensive lineman Jovan Olafioye agrees to re-sign with B.C. Lions
VANCOUVER – Offensive tackle Jovan Olafioye re-signed with the B.C. Lions on Friday.
Ex-CFL football player tells assault trial his girlfriend was in jealous rage
CALGARY – A one-time CFL all-star says his former girlfriend was in a jealous rage during a confrontation that led to assault charges against him.
New general manager Hervey wastes no time putting his stamp on Eskimos
EDMONTON – It hasn’t taken general manager Ed Hervey long to put his stamp on the Edmonton Eskimos.
Another year, another Regina Rams defensive lineman drawing NFL interest
Time hasn’t quite cured what ails Stefan Charles.
Alouettes acquire former Outstanding Canadian RB Messam from Esks
MONTREAL – The Montreal Alouettes acquired running back and former CFL Outstanding Canadian Jerome Messam from the Edmonton Eskimos for a sixth-round draft pick, the CFL club announced Tuesday.
Source: Longtime CFL coach, executive Bob O’Billovich to announce retirement
The man affectionately known as “Obie” is calling it a career.
Former Toronto Argonauts defensive lineman Jim Stillwagon indicted on charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Former Toronto Argonauts star Jim Stillwagon has been indicted on charges he fired shots from his motorcycle at another driver last year.
Ottawa CFL expansion team names Marcel Desjardins at its general manager
OTTAWA – Marcel Desjardins has no problem being the face of Ottawa’s new CFL franchise.
Lyle Bauer steps down after three years as president of Calgary Stampeders
CALGARY – Calgary Stampeders president and chief operating officer Lyle Bauer has resigned.