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Winnipeg Free Press
6 days ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Rocky start for Bombers' bruising tailback
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers' leading rusher seven weeks into the regular season is Matthew Peterson. That's a feather in the cap of the Alberta-born rookie running back, who has impressed when called upon this season, and a promising sign for the depth that exists in the team's backfield, but it's far from what anyone had expected on a roster that includes the Canadian Football League's reigning Most Outstanding Player Brady Oliveira. It's been a rocky start for the Bombers' bruising tailback, and almost all of it has been out of his control. John Woods / THE CANADIAN PRESS The Calgary Stampeders held reigning CFL MOP and Winnipeg Blue Bombers running back Brady Oliveira (left) to just 15 carries for 68 yards in Friday's tilt. Oliveira injured his shoulder on the third offensive play of the season, which knocked him out for the rest of the game and two weeks after that. Winnipeg managed without their bellwether, leaning on Peterson while cruising to a three-game win streak out of the gates. Since Oliveira's return, however, the Bombers' offence has had back-to-back disappointing outings in which the team has fallen into large deficits and been forced to throw. 'It's almost reminding me of last season, kind of how it started — starting slow,' said Oliveira, who has 178 rushing yards on 30 carries and hasn't found the end zone this season. Peterson has 48 rushes for 245 yards and one touchdown. 'Obviously, that injury… even if I'm not 100 per cent, I'm gonna try to beat the odds, whatever the timelines are, and try and get back out on the field as quick as possible,' Oliveira added. 'I think I've done that with that injury, and I think now I'm just trying to feel like myself, and I think every single week I'm starting to feel like myself.' It's a modest explanation from the 27-year-old, who has been efficient when the ball is in his hands. Currently, Oliveira is tying a career-high 5.9 yards per carry and has been reliable in the receiving game, catching 11 passes for 91 yards. However, catching a bunch of passes isn't how the Bombers prefer to incorporate him into the game plan. Throwing the ball 40 to 50 times per game is something the team is happy to do if that's what it takes to win, but they would rather stick the ball into Olivera's gut and let him churn out yards behind the offensive line. 'These last two weeks, none of us were expecting that outcome. So I think for me… I just want to win games,' said Oliveira, who is on pace for 180 carries and 1,068 rushing yards — both lows since 2022, his first season as a full-fledged starter. 'Whether it's us getting the ball 12 times a game, or 20 touches, or 25 touches, whatever it's going to take in any given week to win the game, because I know every single week is going to look differently,' he added. 'It's going to be challenging to be able to lean on the offensive line and run the ball when you need to score points. It's a long season. You're going to see plenty of games this year where the offensive line and myself are going to take a lot of games over this year and help this team win a lot of football games.' The Bombers (3-2) are in Toronto to face the Argonauts (1-5) at BMO Field on Saturday (6 p.m. CT). It's a matchup that perhaps has Oliveira licking his chops, as the Argos are allowing the third-most rushing yards per game to opponents this season (118). 'I think when you're trailing, you've got to throw the ball a little bit more. No frustration there,' offensive co-ordinator Jason Hogan said about whether the last two games have frustrated him and how he's used Oliveira. 'I mean, I love Brady to death. I love him like a brother. But at the end of the day, it's what's going to help this football team win, whether that's one carry for a yard or 100 yards. 'I'd like to see him have success, but I also think the injury, getting his legs back into it, I think we saw a difference from the previous game against Calgary. So, it's baby steps, one week at a time.' The Bombers have eclipsed 400 yards of net offence in each of the last two contests, but it's been the turnovers that have crippled this team. Zach Collaros and Chris Streveler have thrown six interceptions combined — two returned for touchdowns — which has put the team in deep holes. Ruth Bonneville / Free Press Files Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive co-ordinator Jason Hogan said he has been forced to rely less on the running game because the Blue and Gold have found themselves trailing against the Calgary Stampeders. It's been a series of untimely mistakes that have this offence stuck in first gear. 'I think (the offence is) where we want it to be; we just got to find a way to execute and finish,' Hogan said. 'You look at statistically the last two games, we got 400 offensive yards, we just got to end in the end zone with points.' Oliveira said the onus is on the players to start faster. It's going to be critical on the road this weekend. 'I think, at the end of the day, we as players need to go out there and execute to make it maybe a little bit easier on his plate as a play caller,' he said. 'It's going to take all of us to win games.' Injury update Head coach Mike O'Shea maintained that he's reserving hope left tackle Stanley Bryant (ankle) will suit up this weekend, despite not logging a practice, so far, this week. 'I saw him moving around pretty damn good,' O'Shea said. 'We'll see, though. You know Stan doesn't need to practise, though? A lot of the vets do not need to practice.' Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. Bryant hasn't practised since being injured in the Bombers' Week 5 contest in Calgary. Should that continue into Saturday's game in Toronto, it would mark more than two weeks since he was last on the field. 'A lot of guys have played really well for a very long time (without practising),' O'Shea added. 'I don't think he needs any tune-up in terms of scheme or anything like that. And, once again, unless he's cleared to play, he wouldn't be playing.' Also not practising are running back Peyton Logan (thigh) and long-snapper Mike Benson (hip). Logan was injured early in training camp and has yet to suit up for a game, while Benson was injured in the club's season opener. X: @jfreysam Joshua Frey-SamReporter Josh Frey-Sam reports on sports and business at the Free Press. Josh got his start at the paper in 2022, just weeks after graduating from the Creative Communications program at Red River College. He reports primarily on amateur teams and athletes in sports. Read more about Josh. 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Malaysian Reserve
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
Pizza 73 Celebrates the Heart of Oil Country with Free Heart Pizzas for Fans
EDMONTON, AB, June 22, 2025 /CNW/ – Pizza 73, the beloved Alberta-born pizza chain and official pizza partner of the Edmonton Oilers, is celebrating Oilers Country after an unforgettable season that brought pride, passion, and unity to fans across Alberta. On Monday, June 23, from 1–4 p.m. MT, fans can visit one of seven participating Pizza 73 locations to receive a free Heart Pizza — a one-day-only, walk-in offer created to honour Oil Country's passion and pride. The Heart Pizza is a cheese or pepperoni medium pizza featuring a heart cut out in the center — symbolizing Edmonton's unwavering love for its team. 'As an Alberta brand and long-standing partner of the Edmonton Oilers, we feel every moment of the season right alongside the fans,' said Adam Williamson, Marketing Director at Pizza 73. 'This team gave the city so much to be proud of, and this is our way of showing appreciation to the heart of the community — Oil Country.' As a long-standing partner of the Edmonton Oilers, Pizza 73 has always been committed to supporting local communities and celebrating what brings Albertans together — especially their unwavering love for hockey. Participating Pizza 73 Heart Pizza locations — walk-in only, limit one per person: 10424 122 Street, T5N 1M3, Edmonton 10839-101 St, T5H 2S7, Edmonton 11435 Kingsway Ave, T5G 3E8, Edmonton 5003-118 Ave, T5W 1B8, Edmonton 9561 – 118 Ave NW, T5G 0P9, Edmonton #123 -16 Westway Road, T5T 4R4, Spruce Grove 5433 Gateway Blvd., T6H 2H3, Edmonton About Pizza 73Pizza 73 was founded in 1985 in Edmonton, Alberta, and remains Canadian-owned and operated to this day. Today, there are over 100 Pizza 73 restaurants across Western Canada. Guided by their core promise, 'Better meal. Better deal,' the brand is celebrating 40 years in Western Canada this year. Its mission is to make every occasion with Pizza 73 an enjoyable and memorable experience by offering the highest quality fresh products and exemplary service. For more details and to stay updated, visit and follow Pizza 73 on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X. Campaign creative is by Zulu Alpha Kilo, with PR outreach led by spPR Inc.
Cision Canada
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Pizza 73 Celebrates the Heart of Oil Country with Free Heart Pizzas for Fans
EDMONTON, AB, June 22, 2025 /CNW/ - Pizza 73, the beloved Alberta-born pizza chain and official pizza partner of the Edmonton Oilers, is celebrating Oilers Country after an unforgettable season that brought pride, passion, and unity to fans across Alberta. On Monday, June 23, from 1–4 p.m. MT, fans can visit one of seven participating Pizza 73 locations to receive a free Heart Pizza — a one-day-only, walk-in offer created to honour Oil Country's passion and pride. The Heart Pizza is a cheese or pepperoni medium pizza featuring a heart cut out in the center — symbolizing Edmonton's unwavering love for its team. "As an Alberta brand and long-standing partner of the Edmonton Oilers, we feel every moment of the season right alongside the fans," said Adam Williamson, Marketing Director at Pizza 73. "This team gave the city so much to be proud of, and this is our way of showing appreciation to the heart of the community — Oil Country." As a long-standing partner of the Edmonton Oilers, Pizza 73 has always been committed to supporting local communities and celebrating what brings Albertans together — especially their unwavering love for hockey. Participating Pizza 73 Heart Pizza locations — walk-in only, limit one per person: 10424 122 Street, T5N 1M3, Edmonton 10839-101 St, T5H 2S7, Edmonton 11435 Kingsway Ave, T5G 3E8, Edmonton 5003-118 Ave, T5W 1B8, Edmonton 9561 - 118 Ave NW, T5G 0P9, Edmonton #123 -16 Westway Road, T5T 4R4, Spruce Grove 5433 Gateway Blvd., T6H 2H3, Edmonton About Pizza 73 Pizza 73 was founded in 1985 in Edmonton, Alberta, and remains Canadian-owned and operated to this day. Today, there are over 100 Pizza 73 restaurants across Western Canada. Guided by their core promise, "Better meal. Better deal," the brand is celebrating 40 years in Western Canada this year. Its mission is to make every occasion with Pizza 73 an enjoyable and memorable experience by offering the highest quality fresh products and exemplary service. For more details and to stay updated, visit and follow Pizza 73 on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X. Campaign creative is by Zulu Alpha Kilo, with PR outreach led by spPR Inc.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alberta-born Booster Juice owner conflicted over Oilers, Golden Knights series
As the series between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights unfolds, Alberta-born Dale Wishewan has conflicting loyalties. Wishewan, owner of Booster Juice talks about growing up cheering for the Edmonton Oilers and being a minority owner of the Vegas Golden Knights.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Warren Buffett reveals to WSJ why he's stepping down from Berkshire Hathaway
At 94 years old, Warren Buffett stunned the investor world when he announced he was stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. But he had a simple answer for why he decided to hand over the position to Greg Abel at the end of the year. 'There was no magic moment,' Buffett said to The Wall Street Journal in an interview published Wednesday. 'How do you know the day that you become old?' Abel, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Energy and the vice chairman of non-insurance operations of Berkshire, is slated to succeed Buffett at the start of 2026. Buffett said in the annoucement he will remain as chairman until his death. 'I didn't really start getting old, for some strange reason, until I was about 90,' he continued to WSJ. 'But when you start getting old, it does become—it's irreversible.' Some of those symptoms, he said: losing his balance, having difficulty recalling names, a harder time reading the newspaper. Abel, 62, an Edmonton, Alberta-born businessman, was designated as Buffett's successor in 2021. Buffett, who has been with Berkshire Hathaway since 1965, made the announcement at the company's annual shareholder meeting, an event often called 'Woodstock for Capitalists.' But Buffett told the Journal he still plans to keep working, and his investing acumen is very much intact. 'My health is fine, in the sense that I feel good every day,' he said. 'I'm here at the office and I get to work with people I love, that they like me pretty well, and we have a good time.' As for his retirement plans from Omaha: 'I'm not going to sit at home and watch soap operas… My interests are still the same.' CNN's Auzinea Bacon contributed to this report. Sign in to access your portfolio
