Who picked Ottawa to win it last year? You’re lying. The best part about the CFL is that 23 weeks from now these fortunes will look like they came from the inside of a cookie. East Hamilton (10-8) Every year, almost everyone says this about the Cats, then Collaros gets hurt. Ottawa (8-10) Fresh out…
Week 1 Picks First week’s always a crap shoot, here goes! Saskatchewan @ Montreal: Thursday, June 22 (7:30pm EDT) Pick: Montreal? A preview of the battle of the basement? Can they both lose? Calgary @ Ottawa: Friday, June 23, (7:30pm EDT) Pick: Calgary I don’t care who won the Grey Cup, smack down inbound. Edmonton @ BC: Saturday,…
It was great seeing so many of my old Grey Cup drinking buddies (and making new ones)! I’m already counting down the days until 105 in Ottawa. I know the locals will be out in full force making sure we have one helluva time given this year’s upset. They’re already talking about needing more space than…
Grey Cup weekend is only a few precious days long. How are you going to maximize beer consumption and hit the most parties possible at peak hour? By following the Hoser’s Itinerary! If done correctly you won’t remember a thing about the 104th Grey Cup. Required reading before you go further: The Hoser’s 104th Guide Part 2:…
Team Parties Not all team parties were created equal. A couple are dependable hits, others are sure misses. Over the years I’ve been to them all but not all of them every year and they do evolve. I’ve ranked them below out of five based on my own experiences, your mileage may vary. Rant against me in the…
Getting around the Big Smoke A taxi from the airport to downtown will be about $55 and by law is a flat rate. Make sure you get it. Groups of three or less can save some money by taking the UP Express train that leaves Pearson and goes directly downtown. Staff will help you purchase the…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Canadian Christmas is back and with it, the 104th edition of the Hoser’s Guide to Grey Cup! So grab a couple of beers ‘eh, we have lots to talk aboot! Introduction This guide will take you through every important watering hole the 104th Grey Cup in Toronto has…
I attended the Argos’ first regular season game at new BMO field on June 23rd, 2016 and here’s my rant. The Shipyard (A for effort, C+ for execution) This was the official (non-tailgate) pre-game party It was virtually impossible to purchase beer from the bartenders whom ostensibly couldn’t handle making change. Even more difficult was…
Winter could’ve been worse but it sure was a bastard of a spring! Rejoice! June has arrived, along with nine undefeated Canadian Football League teams and 167 reasons (games) to drink to excess. I have already foreseen the results of this years campaign and as per tradition, I spoil it for you below. Terms of Service: By reading…
It took two solid weeks to recover from the 103rd Edition of the Grand National Drunk and longer still to put fingers to keyboard. I’m late, so what? Dock my pay! Thursday The first actions of the trip were to collect the rental car and purchase some rocket fuel for the weekend. What did I see on…
Finally feeling normal again after a party weekend worthy of a Nation Lampoon’s movie. Some time it was in River City this year! I tip my mask to the Grey Cup Committee and festival organizers. It was a very well run show from the minute I deplaned all the way to boarding the flight home. A…
Canadian Christmas is back and with it, by popular demand, the 103rd edition of the Hoser’s Guide to Grey Cup! So grab a beer ‘eh and settle in for this year’s lesson. Introduction By using this guide to chart a course across the frozen tundra of Winterpeg, Manisnowba, you will be taken through every important watering hole Grey Cup…
On Friday, Nov 6th, 2015, I attended the Bombers vs. Argonauts game at Rogers Centre with a number of friends and family. With 3:35 left in the game I was threatened with arrest for trespassing for wearing the same mask I have been wearing to CFL games at Rogers Centre and stadiums across Canada for years.…
I haven’t heard any mention of it but tonight’s Bombers v Argos tilt is likely the last ever football game that will be played at SkyDome (I’ll never accept Rogers Centre). The Argos will finish third, meaning no home playoff game. Next year’s Grey Cup (and all the ones after that in TO) will be…
My reign of terror is near! Battle plans will be drawn up at The Arrow and Loon – 99 Fifth Ave @ 6pm. Bring your gifts of bear to the north stands, sec DD, row 22 or taste my lightening!
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