Dylan Giffen of Strathroy, Ont. became the first Western Mustang to hear his name called on draft night in the Canadian Football League.

Canadian Football League commissioner Randy Ambrosie wants to hear from fans on a proposed new playoff format for the league.

The Calgary Stampeders expect a new-look team to hit the field at McMahon Stadium next year after a season marred by injuries.

Saskatchewan Roughriders QB Cody Fajardo says he will play, no matter what, in the CFL's Western Final on Nov. 17.

Winner of four in a row in September, Calgary is tied atop the West with the Saskatchewan Roughriders at 9-4.

Stampeders defensive back Tre Roberson blocked last minute field goal attempt by Hamilton kicker Lirim Hajrullahu as Calgary clipped the Tiger-Cats 19-18 at McMahon Stadium.

Hamilton enters the contest on a four-game winning streak and will have defensive tackle Ted Laurent back in the lineup.

Edmonton now sits fourth in the west with a record of 6-6.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers moved back into first place in the CFL's West with a win over the Calgary Stampeders Thursday night.

Brandon Banks scored three touchdowns to lead the Hamilton Tiger-Cats over the Calgary Stampeders 30-23 Saturday night.