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The last game played at Taylor Field will be the most important game in the history of the stadium. The end of a era. The memories of days gone by will be missed. Children growing up and going to games and learning about the game we love. My dad died yesterday morning, he was 84, and a lifelong Rider fan. I remember him taking me to the games in the early 70's. I didn't understand what the Riders were about then but knew it must be a big deal as he would get so mad when we would lose. I'm pretty sure he thought the CFL should have folded when Lancaster retired. He was mad to his last day that we changed our uniforms from the originals. That is what pride is, that is what tradition is, fathers and sons passing the torch of fandom. I take my kids to Taylor field now and embrace every second of it. You either get that man or you don't. I don't think I could explain it any better. Fans of another team have no reason to care about rivals stadiums, but those fans should understand why said stadium means the world to those fans. We'll make new memories in the new stadium, some good, and some bad, it will just take time till it feels like home.

The last game played at Taylor Field will be the most important game in the history of the stadium. The end of a era. The memories of days gone by will be missed. Children growing up and going to games and learning about the game we love. My dad died yesterday morning, he was 84, and a lifelong Rider fan. I remember him taking me to the games in the early 70's. I didn't understand what the Riders were about then but knew it must be a big deal as he would get so mad when we would lose. I'm pretty sure he thought the CFL should have folded when Lancaster retired. He was mad to his last day that we changed our uniforms from the originals. That is what pride is, that is what tradition is, fathers and sons passing the torch of fandom. I take my kids to Taylor field now and embrace every second of it. You either get that man or you don't. I don't think I could explain it any better. Fans of another team have no reason to care about rivals stadiums, but those fans should understand why said stadium means the world to those fans. We'll make new memories in the new stadium, some good, and some bad, it will just take time till it feels like home.

The last game played at Taylor Field will be the most important game in the history of the stadium. The end of a era. The memories of days gone by will be missed. Children growing up and going to games and learning about the game we love. My dad died yesterday morning, he was 84, and a lifelong Rider fan. I remember him taking me to the games in the early 70's. I didn't understand what the Riders were about then but knew it must be a big deal as he would get so mad when we would lose. I'm pretty sure he thought the CFL should have folded when Lancaster retired. He was mad to his last day that we changed our uniforms from the originals. That is what pride is, that is what tradition is, fathers and sons passing the torch of fandom. I take my kids to Taylor field now and embrace every second of it. You either get that man or you don't. I don't think I could explain it any better. Fans of another team have no reason to care about rivals stadiums, but those fans should understand why said stadium means the world to those fans. We'll make new memories in the new stadium, some good, and some bad, it will just take time till it feels like home.

Its not a hold out when you get what you want. LOL

Once you take off your cut, you are out.

If memory serves, their only win came at our expense. 

I might start buying merch again this year. It has nothing to do with management. It's the first year in a few that I might be able to wear some of it. The bombers don't really sell fat guy sizing. Down 100lbs this CFL off season (technically 98.5 as of this morning, but i'm going with 100), I may be able to get into some bomber gear again. (the secret is bacon, i have spent 0 time in the gym)

While I want the league to be strong, I'm also sick of us being responsible for bailing out these Eastern teams (plus BC) because they don't have enough fans to make a go unless they're winning all the time. Toronto especially....just makes me sick how much has been done to prop them up over the years. 

good comeback.

100% true Mike. 

To understand the rabid reactions by various team supporters, bear in mind that "fan" is short for "fanatic". Keeps things in perspective.

You wouldn't be Bangin' on the first date if you had the chance??  Ok then... 

You wouldn't be Bangin' on the first date if you had the chance??  Ok then... 

Given the M.O. of Hardaway....and the temperament of Jones - this could drag on for quite a while.
 
 

I suspect JSJ is way past the point of ever being a Rider. I'm not here to defend anyone because TBH I'm just as surprised at all this as anyone. Frankly not too happy to see us lose a pick like this either. Wondering if the Riders are trying to push it over the top to get a rookie salary cap implemented in the league. I'm not buying the market correction crap either. But seriously guys, what right does a guy who has never played a game have to ask for 400k? stupidity all around on this one. St John in a way made Jones look bad by walking away from whatever deal they had discussed. Guys like Jones don't get made a fool of. No way Jones forgives and forgets. Highly doubt St John plays for riders. And as much as you guys like to joke, not sure how St John doesn't look bad in this too and it will effect his dealings with other teams. One thing is for sure, a very odd situation

We aren't sure if Gainer is going to make the cut this year. He is slowing down. No one is safe. 

We aren't sure if Gainer is going to make the cut this year. He is slowing down. No one is safe. 

I'd argue the rock solid hands part... sure he's improved but he's not as sure-handed as guys like Green or Dressler...

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!

Good luck to you guys this year. Hope you have a great year, the fans deserve it. Except against us of course.  Looking forward to another year of CFL football and talking trash. Cheers!