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Source: Quarterback Brian Brohm to sign CFL deal with Hamilton Tiger-Cats
HAMILTON – Former NFL quarterback Brian Brohm is continuing his pro career in the CFL.
Former CFL lineman Paul Cheng looks to make mark as MMA fighter in Asia
TORONTO – After being drafted by the B.C. Lions, Paul (Typhoon) Cheng remembers being on the field at B.C. Place and looking up high into the stands at the $10 seats he used to occupy as fan.
Toronto Argos star Chad Owens not closing door on return to mixed martial arts
Chad Owens is back to being a football player, but the CFL’s 2012 outstanding performer isn’t ruling out a return to the Octagon.
Toronto Argonauts acquire veteran defensive tackle Mitchell from B.C. Lions
TORONTO – The Toronto Argonauts shored up their defensive line Tuesday by acquiring all-star tackle Khalif Mitchell from the B.C. Lions for defensive end Adrian Awasom and the rights to a negotiation list player.
Saskatchewan Roughriders sign general manager Brendan Taman to extension
REGINA – The Saskatchewan Roughriders signed general manager Brendan Taman to a two-year contract extension Thursday.
Former CFL assistant coach Ron Lancaster Jr. found dead in apartment
HAMILTON – Ron Lancaster Jr., a former CFL assistant coach and the son of Canadian Football Hall of Famer Ron Lancaster, has died.
Kris Robertson takes advantage of opportunity to shine at CFL combine
TORONTO – Kris Robertson is going back to having fun with his off-season training.
Regina Rams defensive tackle Stefan Charles impressive at CFL combine
TORONTO – Defensive tackle Stefan Charles was very good Saturday at the CFL combine. A little too good, actually.
Argos trusting that star Chad Owens will protect himself in MMA event
TORONTO – Chad Owens has been one of the toughest players to hit the last three seasons.
Marauders’ defensive lineman D’Aguilar set to impress at CFL combine
TORONTO – Ben D’Aguilar won’t hold anything back this weekend.
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.