Tag: Calgary Stampeders


  • Jim Furlong, former Stampeders star and Grey Cup champion, dies at 85

    Jim Furlong, former Stampeders star and Grey Cup champion, dies at 85

    Memorial for a CFL Legend: Jim Furlong’s passing at 85 Jim Furlong, a standout linebacker who left a lasting mark on the Canadian Football League and the Calgary Stampeders, has died at the age of 85. The Stampeders confirmed the news on Friday, noting his contributions as a fierce defender, a trusted teammate, and a…

  • Jim Furlong: Stampeders Linebacker and Grey Cup Champion Dies at 85

    Jim Furlong: Stampeders Linebacker and Grey Cup Champion Dies at 85

    Former Stampeders star Jim Furlong passes away at 85 Jim Furlong, a standout linebacker for the Calgary Stampeders and a member of Canada’s Grey Cup champion ranks, has died at the age of 85. The club confirmed the news on Friday, noting only that his passing occurred recently and offering condolences to his family and…

  • Remembering Jim Furlong: A Calgary Stampeders Legend and Grey Cup Champion

    Remembering Jim Furlong: A Calgary Stampeders Legend and Grey Cup Champion

    Tribute to a Stampeders Icon The Canadian Football League community mourns the loss of Jim Furlong, a standout linebacker whose leadership helped define an era for the Calgary Stampeders. At 85, Furlong passed away, leaving behind a legacy of durability, skill, and team-first excellence that resonated with fans for decades. Career Highlights: A West Division…