Here are a couple of game notes to get you primed for Sunday’s home opener against the Ticats:
Trestman Back in the North
After four years in the NFL, Marc Trestman will officially make his return to the CFL as the 43rd head coach of the Toronto Argonauts on Sunday vs. Hamilton after being hired by the club on February 28.
Ray Searching for 300
Future Hall of Famer Ricky Ray returns to action on Sunday afternoon for his 15th CFL season and sixth in Double Blue. Ray needs four touchdown passes to hit the 300 mark and become the 6th QB in history to do so.
Green Returns, but in Double Blue
51 weeks after suffering a significant knee injury that kept him out for the 2016 season, WR SJ Green will finally make his return to the playing field. Green, who spent the last 10 seasons in Montreal will get a fresh start in 2017 after being traded to Toronto in April.
Lemon Drops Waiting to be Served
After spending the off-season in Toronto, 2016 East Division All-Star and co-sack leader Shawn Lemon is ready for the 2017 season under new defensive coordinator Corey Chamblin. Last season, the sixth-year CFLer notched career-highs in sacks (14) and forced fumbles (5) while adding 22 defensive tackles. The Akron product enters the season seven tackles shy of 100 career tackles and needs eight sacks to record the 50th of his career.
Season Seat Holder Entrance
New this year is an exclusive entrance, for you, our valued season ticket holders! This year we have made it a priority to provide our season ticket holders with even more value and excellent customer service. This is just one example. We hope you like it.
Tailgating at the Shipyard
- Shipyard is joining forces with tailgating to create the ultimate pre-game party for fans driving to the game or arriving by foot or public transit.
- Opens at 12:00pm
- $4 Beers
- Live DJ
- Food trucks will be serving a variety of food
- Indie88 will be live to air from the tailgate
- The Argos Trailer will be on-site to sell merchandise
- Fans who are tailgating are encouraged to bring their own BBQs to prepare their perfect pre-game meals
- Tailgate passes are still available click HERE to purchase one
- Fans arriving by foot can enter the Shipyard with no charge as long as they have a game ticket
Budweiser King Club
- The North End Zone will open 90 minutes before kickoff
- $6 Beers
- Food trucks serving hot food
- Live DJ
- Games
- Access to watch warm-up
- Enter at Gate 1
The Kubota On Tour special events vehicle will also be on site outside Gate 1. The Grey Cup will be on site before the game for fans to come visit and get their pictures taken with it!
Planning Your Visit to BMO Field
This week, lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be open and available for parking. The Enercare Centre’s underground garage, Gore Lot (East of Strachan Ave) and Ontario Place will also have parking spots available.
Important notes for Sunday’s game:
For banners or instruments needing approval, please visit Gate 3B Guest Services prior to entering the stadium (Please click HERE for a list of restricted items)
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