
Defending Grey Cup champion Calgary Stampeders retain great expectations
CALGARY — Winning last year’s Grey Cup after losing to underdog teams two straight years was a pressure valve release for the Calgary Stampeders.
In mountaineering terms, the Stampeders planted their flag on the summit of Mount Everest after twice stalling at the Hillary Step.
The Stampeders downed the Ottawa Redblacks 27-16 in Edmonton to hoist the trophy.
Calgary opens its 2019 campaign at home Saturday against the Redblacks.