Game Details
Matchup: Hamilton Tiger-Cats vs. Calgary Stampeders
Date & Time: Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 4:00 PM PDT
Venue: McMahon Stadium, Calgary, AB
Broadcast: TSN, CFL+
Game Overview
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Calgary Stampeders face off in their 2025 CFL season opener, with both teams looking to start strong. Hamilton finished 7-11 last season, winning five of their last seven games but narrowly missing the playoffs. Calgary struggled throughout 2024, finishing 5-12-1 and missing the postseason for the second consecutive year. Hamilton returns star quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, who led the CFL in passing yards (5,451) and touchdowns (32) last season. Calgary, meanwhile, has revamped its offense, adding quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. and wide receivers Tevin Jones and Dominique Rhymes.
Key Players to Watch
Hamilton Tiger-Cats:
Bo Levi Mitchell – CFL’s leading passer in 2024, looking to dominate again.
Kenny Lawler – Offseason acquisition, expected to bolster Hamilton’s receiving corps.
Reggie Stubblefield & DaShaun Amos – Defensive backs added to strengthen the secondary.
Calgary Stampeders:
Vernon Adams Jr. – New QB under center, aiming to revitalize Calgary’s offense.
Tevin Jones & Dominique Rhymes – Key wide receiver additions to improve passing attack.
Folarin Orimolade – Defensive end expected to lead Calgary’s pass rush.
Team Stats & Trends
Hamilton Tiger-Cats:
Won five of their last seven games in 2024.
Covered the spread in six of their last eight matchups.
Ranked top three in passing offense last season.
Calgary Stampeders:
Lost four of their last five games in 2024.
Struggled defensively, ranking bottom three in opponent passing yards allowed.
Expected to finish near the bottom of the CFL standings again.
Hamilton’s high-powered passing attack gives them the edge, while Calgary’s weak secondary could struggle against Mitchell’s deep throws.
GAME ODDS
Hamilton Tiger-Cats – 1.5
Calgary Stampeders 52.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 6, 2025
