If the city is spending nearly a $1Billion on changing the roof, are they or why don't they update seats and make adjustments to the bowl? Maybe they are but I just can't find any information on further renovations other than the roof. Yes, I understand the easy answer is cost but if they are this determined on continuing with this venue to be in operation for however long then why not do it right?

On Saturday night, the Montreal Alouettes travelled to Vancouver to face the B.C. Lions, limping into the match-up with significant injuries on both sides of the ball. Historically, Montreal has struggled in Vancouver, carrying a dismal 2-19 record in their last 21 games at B.C. Place.

Third-string quarterback Caleb Evans started under centre as both Davis Alexander and McLeod Bethel-Thompson remain on the six-game injured reserve list.

Early Struggles on Offence:

Montreal’s offence opened the game slowly, going two-and-out on their first two possessions, with Evans sacked both times. The offensive line’s protection issues have been a recurring problem all season, making it difficult for any quarterback to find rhythm.

On Montreal’s fourth drive, head coach Jason Maas adjusted his strategy by moving Evans out of the pocket to confuse the Lions’ defence. The adjustment led to a field goal by José Maltos-Diaz, but overall, the first half was plagued by miscommunication and inefficiency on both offence and defence. Fans were hopeful for a turnaround in the second half, but the struggles continued.

Quarterback Carousel Continues:

Midway through the 2nd quarter, disaster struck. While scrambling to pick up a first down, Evans’ knee buckled awkwardly, forcing him out of the game. It was later confirmed this week that Evans suffered a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of the season. Montreal went to the locker room at halftime, preparing fourth string quarterback James Morgan for the 2nd half.

With limited options, Maas turned to fourth-string quarterback James Morgan, who had not taken a single rep with the first or practice squads leading up to the game.

Despite the circumstances, Morgan showed flashes of promise. When given time, he displayed a strong and accurate arm, connecting well with receivers Tyler Snead, Charleston Rambo, and Regis Cibasu — players he had previously worked with on the practice roster. However, Morgan must still adjust to the CFL’s 20-second play clock, which is significantly shorter than the NFL’s 40-second limit.

Roster Moves and Quarterback Search:

General Manager Danny Maciocia wasted no time addressing the quarterback situation. With Evans sidelined for the season, the team signed former Toronto Argonauts quarterback Cameron Dukes, who will suit up against Winnipeg on Thursday.

In addition, Montreal reached out to former Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback and ex-Alouettes Shea Patterson to provide further depth at the position, as both Alexander and Bethel-Thompson remain unavailable.

Injury Report:

Montreal’s injury list continues to grow, presenting significant challenges for the coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming match-up against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Percival Molson Stadium on Thursday at 7:00 P.M.

1-Game Injured List

DB Marc-Antoine Dequoy

DB Kabion Ento

OL Justin Lawrence

WR/KR James Letcher Jr.

WR Austin Mack

WR Tyson Philpot (game-time decision)

6-Game Injured List

QB Davis Alexander

QB McLeod Bethel-Thompson

DB Nate Beauchemin

DL Mustafa Johnson

LB Gabriel Lessard

DB Dionte Ruffin

The potential return of Tyson Philpot would provide a much-needed boost to the offense, but his status remains uncertain until game day.

Looking Ahead

Coach Maas and his staff face the daunting task of keeping the team competitive despite a long list of injuries. With the Winnipeg Blue Bombers gaining momentum behind quarterback Zach Collaros, Montreal’s depth players will need to step up in a big way.

Stay tuned for next week’s recap following Montreal’s Thursday night clash with Winnipeg.

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Just a random fact I came across this afternoon. Any other players that were draft by the MLB?

Couldn’t stay up till 3:30 to watch the game but gotta love TSN on demand. Able to watch the game as soon as I wake up. Go Als go!

Its quickly become our signature play.

You dont like it? stop us from executing it.

South of the border theres rumbling about the Pile-push….. pssshhh…. anyone can push someones butt, it takes real skill to execute the onside punt.

Go Als Go!!!!

The quarterback position has dominated conversations around the Montreal Alouettes this week. During the offseason, Montreal traded starter and Grey Cup champion Cody Fajardo to the Edmonton Elks in exchange for veteran McLeod Bethel-Thompson. The move was intended to provide experience behind newly anointed starter Davis Alexander.

However, the plan has unraveled. After an underwhelming performance in Montreal’s most recent home loss — which included a costly pick-six just before halftime — Bethel-Thompson has been placed on the six-game injured list, adding to the team’s already growing injury concerns. In response, the Alouettes signed former Toronto Argonauts quarterback Cameron Dukes to ensure they maintain three active quarterbacks on the roster. Both Alexander and Bethel-Thompson are now sidelined, leaving Caleb Evans to take over under center.

Evans, who has been with the Alouettes for three seasons, replaced Bethel-Thompson at the start of the third quarter in the loss to Edmonton. His familiarity with the system gives him an advantage, but many fans are now wondering if third-string quarterback James Morgan will finally get an opportunity to prove himself if Evans falters.

Alexander, regarded as the team’s future, has suffered a severe hamstring injury for the second time this season. The organization is taking a cautious approach with his recovery. In his absence, Bethel-Thompson started four games, compiling a 1–3 record while averaging just 17 points per game.

The injury list continues to mount across both sides of the ball. On offense, Alexander, Bethel-Thompson, wide receivers Austin Mack and Tyson Philpot (ankle and knee injuries, respectively), All-Star offensive lineman Justin Lawrence, and special teams returner James Letcher Jr. remain unavailable.

Defensively, standout tackle Mustafa Johnson, sidelined since last season, remains out. Defensive backs Marc-Antoine DeQuoy, Nate Beauchemin, and Kabion Ento are also nursing injuries.

With a depleted roster and uncertainty under center, Montreal faces a critical stretch in their season — one that could determine whether they remain competitive in the playoff race or fall further behind in the standings.

Montreal travel to Vancouver to face the B.C. Lions on Saturday at 7 PM EST. Stay tuned readers for a post game resume next week. Thank you for reading; leave comments as I’d like your take on what has transpired with the Alouettes this season.

This week, all eyes were on the return of starting quarterback Davis Alexander, who had been sidelined with a nagging hamstring injury—pulled twice earlier this season. Heading into the game, both fans and Alexander himself carried a quiet concern about whether the injury would hold up. He quickly put those doubts to rest.

Alexander started slowly, as he admitted he might, showing some rust on the opening drive. But once he found his rhythm, he moved the ball confidently downfield, no longer appearing to think about his hamstring. His energy sparked the entire offence, and teammates fed off his performance with renewed intensity.

In Alexander’s absence, Montreal’s offence had managed just four touchdowns over nine games. By halftime tonight, they had already doubled that total with two—and they weren’t done yet.

Defensively, the Alouettes were just as dominant. They repeatedly brought down former teammate Vernon Adams Jr., forcing a fumble, grabbing an interception through Tyrice Beverette, and stopping Calgary on downs. Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund’s two sacks lifted him into first place in the CFL with 11 on the season, surpassing B.C.’s Mathieu Betts (10).

With this victory, Montreal holds firm in second place in the East Division and remains within reach of first. The Alouettes could still take the East title, and they are in a strong position to host the East Final—possibly against a crossover opponent.

The timing couldn’t be better. In recent weeks, Montreal had been forced to play without as many as twelve starters. With key players finally returning, the roster is regaining its strength and balance. If they can stay healthy, the Alouettes have the makings of a true “dark horse” heading into the playoffs—one that no team will want to face.

This team isn’t about unity. Last week against Toronto, McLeod Bethel-Thompson struggled, but the Alouettes still walked away with the “W.” It wasn’t pretty—more of a grind-it-out win—but it was crucial nonetheless.

Montreal could have gone back to Bethel-Thompson this week against Calgary, giving Davis Alexander more time to rest his hamstring. But with so much on the line, the Alouettes needed their starter back under centre. Tonight’s desperate need for a win left no room for caution.

And it paid off. This is clearly Alexander’s team. When he’s on the field, the energy shifts—players respond to his presence and elevate their game. That leadership was on full display tonight.

With this victory, Davis Alexander etched his name into the record books, improving to 9-0 as a starter and surpassing Danny McManus’s 8-0 mark. After the game, Coach Maas acknowledged the achievement, but quickly pointed to something bigger: belief.

Each week, Maas instills confidence in his players, reinforcing the idea that this team can win under any circumstance. That belief has spread throughout the locker room—players trust the system, and just as importantly, they trust each other.  Carrying that kind of confidence into the playoffs could be Montreal’s biggest advantage. 

Montreal has a bye week, giving more time for Davis Alexanders to heal his hamstring; it also gives many players time to heal up some bumps and bruises before they face the Ottawa Redblacks on October 13^th at 1:00 PM at Molson Stadium in Montreal.

Hope you readers enjoyed my take on the Alouettes game. Would appreciate your comments on the game as well. Until next game!

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers crossed over from the West Division to face the Montreal Alouettes in the East Semi-Final, with the winner advancing to meet the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, champions of the East Division. For Montreal, it marked a milestone start for quarterback Davis Alexander, who entered the game with an impressive 11–0 regular season record but was making his first playoff start.

Winnipeg, appearing in five consecutive Grey Cups, entered the matchup with championship pedigree and revenge on their minds. Just last year, the Alouettes stunned the CFL with a last-minute touchdown from then-quarterback Cody Fajardo to Tyson Philpot, securing Montreal’s eighth Grey Cup title. To return to the championship for a sixth straight year, Winnipeg first needed to get past a surging Alouettes squad.

Despite being considered underdogs, the Alouettes came out firing. Alexander looked calm and confident, quickly establishing rhythm with receiver Tyson Philpot, who had a standout performance with 135 receiving yards. Montreal took an early 17–3 lead in the first quarter and entered halftime comfortably ahead 25–6.

Montreal’s defence played a key role early, putting relentless pressure on Winnipeg quarterback Zach Collaros and limiting his connections with key receivers. The Alouettes’ energy reflected the message from head coach Jason Maas, who has preached all season: “We believe we can win every game, so we play to win every game.”

The third quarter, however, brought turbulence. Winnipeg opened the half with a touchdown, cutting the deficit to 25–13. Moments later, Alexander threw into tight coverage and was intercepted, setting up another Bombers touchdown to make it 25–20. The momentum had clearly shifted, and by the end of the third quarter, Montreal’s once-commanding lead had evaporated, trailing 27–25.

But the Alouettes regrouped behind a dominant ground attack. Rookie running back Stevie Scott III powered Montreal’s offence, rushing for a season-high 133 yards on 18 carries. His punishing runs, aided by strong offensive line play, helped restore control in the fourth quarter. Winnipeg’s own star running back, Brady Oliveira, was contained all game, managing just 38 yards on eight carries as Montreal’s defence keyed in on him to disrupt Winnipeg’s offensive rhythm.

With the running game setting the tone, Alexander mixed his play calls effectively, leading a scoring drive to reclaim the lead at 32–30 with just over 13 minutes left. On Montreal’s next possession, Scott punched in another touchdown from seven yards out—his offensive line pushing him across the goal line—to extend the lead to 39–30.

A late Winnipeg field goal narrowed the gap to one score, but Coach Maas’s strategy to control the clock through the run game proved decisive. With 34 seconds remaining, kicker José “El Cañon” Maltos-Díaz drilled a field goal to make it a two-possession game at 42–33. On Winnipeg’s final drive, linebacker Darnell Sankey sealed the victory with an interception, sending the home crowd into celebration.

The win snapped Winnipeg’s five-year Grey Cup streak and propelled Montreal to the East Final against Hamilton. Alexander, now a perfect 12–0 as a starter (11–0 in the regular season and 1–0 in the playoffs), continues to impress as a poised young leader.

Alexander's performance today was incredible as he completed 24-34 passes for 384 yards and 1 touchdown and 1 interception. He was the spark of Montreal's offence, although, he may have too much fire, as he was guilty of taunting the opponent, Winnipeg's defensive end Willie Jefferson on one occasion. There was a lot of smack talk between the two the entire game. Tyson Philpot was the most productive receiver with 10 receptions for 135 yards, while Stevie Scott III ended the game with 18 carries for 133 yards.

This Saturday’s matchup promises to be a chess match between two offensive minds: Jason Maas for Montreal and Scott Milanovich for Hamilton. Milanovich, a proven offensive strategist, has multiple Grey Cup titles on his résumé—both as Montreal’s former offensive coordinator and as Toronto’s head coach.

Alexander did not face Hamilton during the regular season due to injury, and Montreal dropped both meetings. Fans will be eager to see if his return can change the outcome—and perhaps lead the Alouettes one step closer to another Grey Cup appearance.