Murray Wood: Is this one of those times when money might be better in the government's pockets?
Windfall profits on oil are prompting a break in the federal fuel excise, but Saskatchewan isn't following suit. Murray ...
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'Fascinated with the sport': High school football player balances practice, coaching
Not only does Wyley Marcinkiw have to balance football and school, he also finds time to be a coach as well. "Ever since I was young, I was always fascinated with the sport," Marcinkiw said. "My dad a...
Oct 14, 2019
Riders' Idowu worked hard to live up to standard set by older brother
Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Oluwaseun Idowu battled literally and figuratively to get out from under his brother Olatunji's shadow for most of his life. "I can't tell you how much in high scho...
Oct 11, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Oluwaseun Idowu (49) during practice on Oct. 9, 2019. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Riders ready for first-place showdown with Stamps
A pair of Micahs are excited to make their returns to McMahon Stadium on Friday. Defensive lineman Micah Johnson played six seasons with the Calgary Stampeders before signing with the Saskatchewan Rou...
Oct 11, 2019 Micah Johnson. (Britton Gray/980 CJME file photo)
Riders' McCray has answered questions with his play
L.J. McCray could have his hands full Friday in Calgary -- or maybe he'll just need one hand again. The Saskatchewan Roughriders' field corner and his mates are to face the Calgary Stampeders (7:30 p....
Oct 10, 2019 L.J. McCray (21) during a recent Saskatchewan Roughriders practice. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Riders' Micah Teitz excited to play hometown Stamps
Micah Teitz has a lot of memories of McMahon Stadium in Calgary. The second-year Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker grew up in Calgary and also played his university football there as a member of the...
Oct 09, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Micah Teitz (43). (File photo courtesy of the Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Dickenson's team-first message being heard in Riders' locker room
Team before self. That's the philosophy Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach Craig Dickenson has his team following during his first season as the CFL team's sideline boss. Dickenson has the Roughrider...
Oct 08, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach Craig Dickenson. (File photo courtesy of the Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Regina Thunder wins third straight, defeats Calgary Colts 37-9
The Regina Thunder earned its third straight Prairie Football Conference win -- and second straight against the Calgary Colts -- with a 37-9 win at Leibel Field on Sunday. The Thunder, which beat the ...
Oct 06, 2019 Regina Thunder quarterback Blake Scherle. (File photo by Wanda Harron Photography)
Roughriders alone at the top of the West Division, defeat Blue Bombers 21-6
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are the sole owners of top spot in the CFL's West Division. The Roughriders defeated the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 21-6 on Saturday night at Mosaic Stadium. Earlier in the day...
Oct 05, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Shaq Evans catches a pass against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Oct. 5, 2019. (File photo courtesy of the Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Despite significant knee injury, Riders' Albert Awachie never gave up
Fullback Albert Awachie has become one of the unsung contributors to the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2019. That the 26-year-old even has a chance to contribute is a testament to his perseverance. A de...
Oct 05, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders fullback Albert Awachie during practice. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Riders, Bombers clash in a battle with playoff implications
The Saskatchewan Roughriders will try to get one step closer to a home playoff game with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in town. Those teams, along with the Calgary Stampeders, enter Saturday with nine win...
Oct 05, 2019 Saskatchewan Roughriders linebacker Cam Judge. (File photo courtesy of the Saskatchewan Roughriders)
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Murray Wood: Going to seed, in a good way
Murray Wood says seed sales are taking off this spring. Food prices are likely convincing some to grow their own vegetab...
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TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Wednesday, April 15
8:30 - With a clear majority now secured, Mark Carney no longer has to bargain to survive confidence votes and can focus...