A lot of backups could see significant playing time for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Edmonton tonight. By the time the game kicks off, the Riders will know if they still have a shot of passing B.C. for top spot in the CFL's west division. Mind you, that will require the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to play their best game of the year, and somehow beat the Lions in tonight's early game. Technically possible, but...
So, tonight could be an opportunity to give some starters a little rest. We already know reserves will be playing for the walking wounded - the list of injured Riders includes Mo Lloyd, Reggie Hunt, Yo Murphy, James Johnson, Wes Cates, Chris Szarka, and of course Matt Dominguez. Matt D. is slated to have his injured knee operated on in Saskatoon today. Here's hoping that goes well.
There's plenty on the line for the Eskimos, however. Edmonton needs a win to stay alive in the hunt for a crossover berth into the east division playoffs. The opportunity to eliminate the Schmoes from playoff contention for a second year in a row should be all the inspiration the green guys need - Lord knows John Lynch will be ecstatic!
Tomorrow night, the Jakester and I wander down to the Brandt Centre to catch the Pats and P.A. Raiders in the second game of a home-and-home series. It's a great opportunity for the Pats to put a little distance between themselves and the other teams in the WHL's east division.
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G'day Pete....
Fpr most of the game it was a boring contest. In typical CFL fasion the last 10 minutes were filled with everything. The Esks really racked up the yards on us and I am still very worried about the secondary particularly. They said our defense was 7th in the league against the pass, out of an eight team league!!!!!
Too bad for Rowatt not making the WHL squad. Last year he was the highest rated tender in the Dub at draft.It appears that Sexsmith has overtaken him and is now the choice of the league. Linden is like 12 or something in Dub goalies and Sexsmith is near the top. Rowatt has been solid but not exceptional. He has had a couple of average outings and still seems to give up a crapper every game. That has driven is GA up and him out of contention for international play. It appears the two WHL invitees to the world team have been picked.
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