Ricky Ray went the distance this time, helping the Edmonton Eskimos to one of their most memorable Grey Cup titles.
Ray threw for two touchdowns, ran for another and helped set up Sean Fleming's 36-yard field goal in the second round of overtime to give the Eskimos a thrilling 38-35 win over the Montreal Alouettes on Sunday.
It was just the second Grey Cup decided in overtime - the other was Winnipeg's 21-14 win over Hamilton at Toronto in 1961.full story
Memorable Moments Include:
Canada's version of that 'Yin and Yang Thing'. The crowd reacted very differently to first Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean and her daughter and then Prime Minister Paul Martin. While the cute couple drew much loved support, Ebineezer Martin garnered as much support as thought of a vacation to Winnipeg in December would. I wonder if Martin copped the coin after the toss?
The bizarre play in which Calvillo was penalized for an illegal pass. After his initial pass was deflected by a defender right back into the Montreal QB's hands, he then proceeded to toss a touchdown, all for not. That was a new one to me and should make all the highlight reels.
Watching Edmonton rookie coach Danny Maciocia, the seventh CFL head coach to win a Grey Cup in his rookie season, fall to his knees and cry tears of joy at the bench was inspiring.
Oh and ya, the Black Eyed Peas at half time where a little more pleasing to the eyes than previous years entertainment offering like Canada's version of the 'Greatful Dead' the 'Stampeders'.
Anywho, congrats, to Ricky Ray for being named 'Outstanding Player of the Game'. This should make the departure of Jason Maas for Steeltown a little easier.
Later,
Kenaz
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