Return game, defence the difference in Stampeders’ 39-18 win over Eskimos
CALGARY — Roy Finch closed in on franchise history and the Calgary Stampeders got a big assist from their defence in a 39-18 win over the Edmonton Eskimos on Labour Day Monday.
Finch’s third punt return for a touchdown in 2017 tied a Stampeder season record. Calgary’s harassment of Edmonton quarterback Mike Reilly for three quarters spotted the Stampeders a 30-point lead.
Calgary (8-1-1) gained some separation atop the CFL’s West Division as the Eskimos dropped into a tie for second with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at 7-3.
“This is an integral part of the season when you start stretching out and making our statement we’re the best team in the West,” Finch said.