By Canadian Press

CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie happy with sale discussions for Als, Lions

Nov 22, 2019 | 11:40 AM

CALGARY — CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie is expressing optimism about the potential sales of the Montreal Alouettes and B.C. Lions.

Ambrosie says the CFL is in discussions with one unidentified group for the purchase of the Alouettes. He is hopeful the transaction will be done in a few weeks.

The CFL bought the Alouettes from the Wetenhall family before the season.

Ambrosie also says he expects discussions for the sale of the David Braley-owned Lions to intensify in the coming weeks.

Braley has expressed interest in selling the franchise.

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Ambrosie also says he feels good about the future of the Toronto Argonauts under Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment ownership. The team has been plagued by poor attendance, including one crowd of under 10,000 this year.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 22, 2019.

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