CFL
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.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers sign free-agent wide receiver Nick Moore
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed free-agent wide receiver Nick Moore on Tuesday.
Toronto Argonauts sign free-agent linebacker Shea Emry to three-year deal
TORONTO – The Toronto Argonauts signed free-agent linebacker Shea Emry to a three-year contract on Tuesday.
Alouettes veteran Bruce fined for crude posting on gay prospect Sam
MONTREAL – The Canadian Football League fined two players undisclosed amounts Tuesday for making inappropriate comments about openly gay football player Michael Sam.
Alouettes sign new deals with LB Hebert, long-snapper Bedard, kicker Whyte
MONTREAL – The Montreal Alouettes locked up a key piece of their offensive line Tuesday by signing a new deal with left tackle Josh Bourke.
Ottawa Redblacks make first trade, acquire DL Phillips from Calgary Stampeders
OTTAWA – The expansion Ottawa Redblacks made their first trade on Tuesday, acquiring defensive lineman Justin Phillips from the Calgary Stampeders.