CFL fines, suspends Lions linemen
Published on September 25, 2007 under Canadian Football League (CFL) News Release
Toronto, ON - (September 25, 2007) - The Canadian Football League (CFL) announced today that it has imposed a one-game suspension on offensive lineman Sherko Haji-Rasouli of the BC Lions for his involvement in an altercation in the September 22nd game against the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium.
Lions offensive lineman Rob Murphy and receiver Cory Rodgers have each been fined an undisclosed amount for their involvement in the altercation.
"This type of action will not be tolerated," commented CFL Commissioner Mark Cohon. "While our game is intense and played with emotion, our players are required to act professionally and with respect to their opponents and the game at all times."
The one-game suspension is pending a formal review hearing that may be requested by the player.
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