The Canadian Football League’s Labour Day weekend culminates with two exciting matchups on Monday, September 2nd. CFL fans can look forward to a pair of classic rivalry games as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats host the Toronto Argonauts and the Edmonton Elks travel to face the Calgary Stampeders.
Game Overview:
CFL games on September 2, 2024:
Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Toronto Argonauts
Location: Tim Hortons Field, Hamilton
Date: Monday, September 2, 2024
Time: 2:30 PM ET
TV: TSN
Stream: CFL+
Edmonton Elks vs Calgary Stampeders
Location: McMahon Stadium, Calgary
Date: Monday, September 2, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM ET
TV: TSN
Stream: CFL+
Game Previews:
Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs Toronto Argonauts:
Key Players:
1. Bo Levi Mitchell (HAM): QB – Leads CFL with 3,036 passing yards and 19 touchdowns
2. Chad Kelly (TOR): QB – Threw for 322 yards in return last week vs Saskatchewan
3. Shemar Bridges (HAM): WR – Team leader with 65 receptions for 741 yards
4. Ka’Deem Carey (TOR): RB – 646 rushing yards, 2nd in CFL
5. Tim White (HAM): WR – 649 receiving yards on 47 catches
Edmonton Elks vs Calgary Stampeders:
Key Players:
1. Jake Maier (CGY): QB – 2,624 passing yards and 14 touchdowns
2. McLeod Bethel-Thompson (EDM): QB – 4 touchdown passes in last 2 starts
3. Reggie Begelton (CGY): WR – Team-high 50 receptions for 569 yards
4. Javon Leake (EDM): RB – Expected to return as starting running back
5. Demerio Houston (CGY): DB – Tied for team lead with 3 interceptions
CFL Betting Odds:
Hamilton vs Toronto
Spread: Toronto -5
Over/Under: 53
Moneyline: Hamilton +180, Toronto -220
Edmonton vs Calgary
Spread: Calgary -3
Over/Under: 51
Moneyline: Edmonton +140, Calgary -160
CFL Standings:
East Division
1. Montreal Alouettes (10-1)
2. Ottawa Redblacks (7-3)
3. Toronto Argonauts (6-4)
4. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2-9)
West Division
1. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (6-6)
2. BC Lions (6-6)
3. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-6)
4. Calgary Stampeders (4-6)
5. Edmonton Elks (3-8)
CFL News:
The Labour Day Classic matchups carry significant playoff implications, especially in the West Division. Edmonton sits just one game behind Calgary for the final playoff spot. In the East, Toronto looks to keep pace with Ottawa for second place. Hamilton aims to snap a four-game losing streak and gain ground in the division. Both games feature the return of key players from injury, including Chad Kelly for Toronto and Javon Leake for Edmonton.
As the CFL schedule hits the Labour Day milestone, fans can expect intense rivalry games with playoff positioning on the line. These Labour Day Classics often produce memorable moments that impact the CFL standings down the stretch. With close CFL betting odds in both matchups, bettors will be watching closely as well. Which teams will emerge victorious in these crucial Labour Day showdowns? Share your CFL predictions in the comments below!
