For the first time since November, it’s game day!

And even though it’s of the preseason variety, it’ll be good to have live action back on Monday afternoon when Calgary takes on Saskatchewan. For the Stampeders, it serves as a first signpost in an important campaign where taking the next step is the goal.

After two straight sub-.500 seasons that saw Calgary’s streak of consecutive playoff appearances snapped at 19, the team bounced back in a big way in 2025. The Stamps finished 11-7 and earned a spot in the Western Semi-Final where they lost in last minute fashion to the BC Lions.

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Last year set the Stampeders back on course. And as we continue highlighting one preseason storyline for each CFL team, building on a bounce back 2025 is where we land for Calgary.

Knowing the Stamps are set to host the 113th Grey Cup only adds urgency on the outside. But inside the locker room, it’s all about focusing on what’s in front of them. That’s the path to........

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