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Riders, Bombers clash in 60th edition of the Labour Day Classic
The 60th chapter of the historic Labour Day Classic rivalry between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers is set to be written. The historic CFL rivalry showdown will get underway at ...
Aug 31, 2025 The Saskatchewan Roughriders are looking to add another Labour Day Classic victory to its record. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
'He played in the first Classic': Pelling family proud of Rider legacy
Labour Day weekend in Saskatchewan is built around football, and for one Regina family the game comes with a legacy stretching back nearly eight decades. Bob Pelling wore No. 66 for the Saskatchewan R...
Aug 31, 2025 Drew Pelling's father Bob wore No. 66 for the Saskatchewan Roughriders from 1946 to 1953. (Jacob Bamhour/980 CJME)
Mario Alford set to return, Ajou Ajou added to Riders' roster for Labour Day Classic
Mario Alford is back to provide a spark for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The dynamic kick returner has been out since July 7 with a hip injury. Prior to his injury, Alford was averaging 30.9 yards pe...
Aug 30, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders wide receiver Mario Alford (2) runs down the sidelines ahead of Toronto Argonauts defensive back Mark Milton (27) to score a touchdown during second half CFL football action in Toronto on June 20, 2025. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker)
Rider Store packed as fans stock up before Labour Day Classic
The Rider Store at Mosaic Stadium was wall-to-wall with green and white Friday, as fans of all ages stocked up on gear ahead of the annual Labour Day Classic. For many, it's as much a tradition as the...
Aug 30, 2025 This year's Bomber burger at Bushwakker Brewpub has bison and chuck beef topped with bacon and chunky blue cheese. (Gillian Massie/ 980 CJME)
The Blitz Podcast: Labour Day Classic showdown between Riders and Bombers
It's one of the biggest games of the CFL season, no matter what the records are. The Saskatchewan Roughriders are hosting the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for the 60th edition of the Labour Day Classic in Re...
Aug 30, 2025
'I'm coming home': Ajou Ajou back in Saskatchewan Roughriders' green
Ajou Ajou is back in Saskatchewan Roughriders green. "It's a great day to be alive," said the 23-year-old pass-catcher. "It's bittersweet but I'm coming home to some fans and people who love me so I'm...
Aug 29, 2025 Ajou Ajou has rejoined the Saskatchewan Roughriders after being cut by the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
'Big time': Riders feel anticipation for Labour Day Classic in Sask.
The Labour Day Classic isn't quite the same like other regular-season games. In Saskatchewan, there's a certain buzz in the air in the days leading into the annual showdown between the Saskatchewan Ro...
Aug 28, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris played in the 2024 edition of the Labour Day Classic. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
Riders' Jaxon Ford happy to start last week, excited for Labour Day Classic
Jaxon Ford has had to be patient but now could get a chance to start in this year's Labour Day Classic. The Regina, Sask. product started at safety in the Saskatchewan Roughriders' most recent game ag...
Aug 27, 2025 Saskatchewan Roughriders safety Jaxon Ford is excited to take part in the upcoming Labour Day Classic against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
Regina's City Hall raises Rider flag ahead of Labour Day Classic
The Green and White will be flying high outside of Regina City Hall ahead of Sunday's 60th annual Labour Day classic. On Monday, the City of Regina hoisted the flag of the Saskatchewan Roughriders ahe...
Aug 25, 2025 The Riders flag has been raised outside of city hall ahead of the Labour Day classic on Sunday. (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Riders outgunned by Stamps, lose 32-15 in West showdown
The Saskatchewan Roughriders were outgunned in a Western clash in Calgary. The Calgary Stampeders beat the Riders by double-digits for a second time this season, this time 32-15 at McMahon Stadium. Ca...
Aug 23, 2025 The Saskatchewan Roughriders were once again beaten by the Calgary Stampeders, losing 32-15 at McMahon Stadium. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh)
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The Evan Bray Show - Friday, May 15
On Friday's show, Evan welcomes the new leader of the federal NDP, chats about energy and power with Premier Scott Moe a...