CFL Edmonton Elks

Eskimos look to improve their record against the defending Grey Cup Champions

Published on August 20, 2008 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Edmonton Elks News Release


Game #8

Edmonton Eskimos vs. Saskatchewan Roughriders

Date: Thursday, August 21, 2008

Place: Commonwealth Stadium

Kick-off: 7:00pm (Mountain Time)

Television: TSN (Chris Cuthbert & Glen Suitor)

Radio: 630 CHED Edmonton (Bryan Hall & Dave Campbell)

620 CKRM Regina (Rod Pedersen & Carm Carteri)

Game Sponsor: Purolator

Overview

Coming off a bye week with the rest of the West Division, the Eskimos (4-3) return to action Thursday night against the Riders (6-1). The Eskimos have had success at home against Saskatchewan, posting a 33-8-0 regular season record at Commonwealth, including nine wins in the last 10 regular season meetings.

The two teams already met once this year, with the defending Grey Cup Champs defeating the Green and Gold in Saskatchewan in the first regular season game of the season. The Esks travel to Saskatchewan for the two clubs' final meeting on October 25.

After an inspirational win at home against BC on July 31, the Esks lost the rematch in BC the following week. The Eskimos look to return to their winning way and increase the Riders' losing streak to two. Despite being bitten by the injury bug, the Riders have started the season strong. They suffered their first and only loss of the season before the bye week at home against the Stampeders.

Notables

Ricky Ray needs three TD passes to tie Tracy Ham for 2nd in career TD passes in Eskimo history. He needs five to tie Warren Moon for first.

Last week Ray had his 5th 400+ yard game.

Save On Foods Eskimo towels will be given out at the gates

Don't forget to bring your non-perishable food or monetary donation for the annual Purolator Tackle Hunger Night! Volunteers will be collection your donations at all gates. The Grey Cup will be at Gate 10 where fans can get their picture taken and enter to win a trip for two to the 2008 Grey Cup in Montreal!

The Eskimos host the Calgary Stampeders on September 5, 2008. Buy Eskimo tickets online at ticketmaster.ca or call 451-8000. For more information on the Edmonton Eskimo Football Club please visit our website at www.esks.com.

The Edmonton Eskimo Football Club is one of the most successful teams in CFL history with 13 Grey Cup championships and a North American pro-sports record of 34 consecutive years in the playoffs. A community-owned team, the Eskimos pride themselves on giving back to the community that has supported the organization throughout its illustrious history.

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