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</html>";s:4:"text";s:29816:"Both the Alouettes … MONTREAL — The Montreal Alouettes have new owners, it was announced on Monday. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. Gary Stern, co-owner of the Montreal Alouettes, with partner Sid Spiegel, in Montreal on Jan. 6, 2020. September 6, 2021, 11:07 PM. Smith, who also was an Alouettes running back (1972-81) wasn't afraid to roll up his sleeves as a team executive. The origin of the team’s name also comes from the 425 Tactical Fighter Squadron  – the Royal Canadian Air Force’s first French Canadian squadron. Found inside – Page 197In the summer of 1989 Berger attended an Equality Party fundraising reception with his father Sam Berger , the former owner of the Montreal Alouettes football team and a prominent member of the Jewish community . Found inside – Page 30After the brief and disastrous ownership of Nelson Skalbania led to the demise of the original Montreal Alouettes football club in 1981, it was feared that French Canada would be without a representative in the CFL. Mr. Wetenhall’s desire to return CFL football to Montreal coupled with his drive to develop a winning culture are the reasons the team has enjoyed success both on and off the field since the team’s move from Baltimore. It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. In his first news conference as the new co-owner of the Montreal Alouettes, Gary Stern warned that speaking publicly wasn't his forté.. “He loved the city, his team and the Canadian Football League and they all loved him back. Neither provided details regarding the cause of death or Wetenhall’s age (he was believed to be 85 or 86). He owned the Alouettes from 1997 to 2019, helped by his son Andrew in the last years. Photo by John Mahoney / Montreal Gazette Article content. Found insideThe former Baltimore owner who brought football back to Montreal had lost his luster. His days as a Montreal Alouette owner were fast coming to an end. He was portrayed as “the last thing they need . . . his image, fairly or unfairly ... Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL's model franchises, has died. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. Found inside – Page 105CHAPTER 'IO The Canadiens and the Alouettes Bob Wetenhall, the American owner of the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League, loves U2. And his love has nothing to do with the words or music of Bono, the leader of the Irish ... Early in Wetenhall’s tenure, the Alouettes were a CFL powerhouse. A CFL source requesting anonymity said Wetenhall passed away Friday. Found insideThe MontrealAlouettes, intheir various incarnations, playedallof their games since the 1970s in the cavernous Olympic ... when team owner Nelson Skalbania — whohadonly purchased the team a year earlier — filed for bankruptcy as his ... Found inside – Page 48... offered a $500,000-a-year contract by the owner of the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL). Despite murmurs from other CFL teams and objections from the National Football League, the Alouettes are openly talking ... By 3Down Staff. At the turn of the century, the Alouettes dynasty was in full force, on the strength of eight Grey Cup appearances in ten years and three championship wins. Both the Alouettes and CFL confirmed Wetenhall’s passing, which was Friday. Neither provided details regarding the cause of death or Wetenhall’s age (he was believed to be 85 or 86).     permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com. The Montreal Alouettes are deeply saddened by the passing of former owner Bob Wetenhall, who passed away on Friday. Bob Wetenhall, owner of Montreal Alouettes through 3 CFL championships, dies. (Ian Barrett/Canadian Press)Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman… Wetenhall’s death was confirmed by both the CFL and Alouettes on Friday. Calvillo suffered a career-ending concussion in a 24-21 loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Aug. 17, 2013. Calvillo went on to become the most prolific quarterback in CFL history, leading Montreal to a Grey Cup win in 2002, its first in 25 seasons. Mr. Wetenhall’s desire to return CFL football to Montreal coupled with his drive to develop a winning culture are the reasons the team has enjoyed success both on and off the field since the team’s move from Baltimore. Montreal, August 26, 2020 – Montreal Alouettes’ co-owner Gary Stern issued the following statement: To Alouettes’ fans, sponsors, partners, and members of the media, As you all know, I bought into this league in late December 2019, and I considered it one of my greatest moments that the other teams accepted Sid Spiegel and myself into their group, allowing me to be part of this great … Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL's model franchises, has died.Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall (left), seen here in this file photo from June 9, 2003, passed away on Friday. Both the Alouettes and CFL confirmed Wetenhall's passing, which was Friday. Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall dies September 7, 2021 admin 0 Comments Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. September 6, 2021. He took over the Alouettes in 1997 after they were revoked from Michael Gelfand and declared bankruptcy. Much of Montreal's on-field success came with Anthony Calvillo as its starting quarterback. Found inside – Page 273Football Percival-Molson Stadium 475 Avenue des Pins Ouest p(514) 871-2255 (tickets) www.montrealalouettes.com The Montréal Alouettes (Canadian Football League) have been playing at the Percival-Molson Stadium since 1998. Bob Wetenhall, owner of Montreal Alouettes through 3 CFL championships, dies. © 2021 CFL ENTERPRISES LP. Montreal had consistency on its roster with such players as Calvillo, slotback Ben Cahoon, offensive lineman Scott Flory (both Canadians) and kicker Damon Duval. “Bob was as charming and generous in private as he was successful and determined in public. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. Photo courtesy: Montreal Alouettes. Found inside – Page 231The owners of the western CFL teams considered the WFL as a competitor and they were furious at what they considered Bassett's ... Only his old friend Sam Berger , of the Montreal Alouettes , expressed support for the Argo owner . <a href="https://t.co/aQfjrSoEmW">https://t.co/aQfjrSoEmW</a> <a href="https://t.co/39zoRVitVs">pic.twitter.com/39zoRVitVs</a>. This copy is for your personal non-commercial use only. Bob Wetenhall was inducted as a builder into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2015. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and reworked the membership into one of many CFL’s mannequin franchises, has died. Calvillo suffered a career-ending concussion in a 24-21 loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Aug. 17, 2013. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. Wetenhall was inducted as a builder into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in the class of 2015. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died.. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. The Alouettes missed the CFL playoffs the last four year of his tenure, amassing a 21-51 overall record over that span. Early in Wetenhall’s tenure, the Alouettes were a CFL powerhouse. By Russel Berry On Sep 7, 2021. Trouble was, Molson Stadium wasn't exactly in pristine condition and even had a tree growing in the stands. Bob Wetenhall, owner of Montreal Alouettes through 3 CFL championships, dies. In 1997, Bob Wetenhall played an instrumental role in the rebirth of the Montreal Alouettes, the franchise’s business administrations, football operations, and community involvement. Montreal Alouettes owner Robert Wetenhall holds up the trophy after beating the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 35-24 to win the CFL Eastern Final in Montreal on November 19, 2000. Montreal Alouettes owner Robert Wetenhall holds up the trophy after beating the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 35-24 to win the CFL Eastern Final in Montreal on November 19, 2000. Wetenhall also assumed the organization's debts despite not legally being obligated to do so. In his first news conference as the new co-owner of the Montreal Alouettes, Gary Stern warned that speaking publicly wasn't his forté.. Neither provided details regarding the cause of death or Wetenhall’s age (he was believed to be 85 […] “Bob Wetenhall’s ownership of the Montreal Alouettes was a labour of love,” … Source: Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall has passed away, Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL's model franchises, has died. “I, and the CFL, just lost a great friend.”. "He loved the city, his team and the Canadian Football League and they all loved him back. Introduces the history, players and records of the Montreal Alouette football team. Smith, a Montreal native, left to become the Montreal Gazette publisher in 2002 but returned to the Alouettes in 2004 and remained through 2010. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. All rights reserved. Found inside – Page 783... 2000 British Columbia Lions (WD) Montreal Alouettes (ED) 28–26 2001 Calgary Stampeders (WD) Winnipeg Blue Bombers (ED) 27–19 2002 Montreal Alouettes (ED) Edmonton Eskimos (WD) 25–16 2003 Edmonton Eskimos (WD) Montreal Alouettes (ED) ... On May 31, 2019, Wetenhall sold the Alouettes to the CFL. Montreal Alouettes: 1970–79. Bob Wetenhall, who owned the Montreal Alouettes for over 20 … Spiegel’s age wasn’t divulged. “Bob was as charming and generous in private as … The COVID-19 pandemic robbed the Montreal Alouettes of a 2020 season and co-owner Sidney Spiegel the chance to see his franchise play. Our league is grateful for his many contributions. Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall died Friday, the club said in a statement Monday night. Found inside – Page 73Eric Cradock, co-owner of the Montreal Alouettes football team, joined Newman on the ownership team, and they added a third member, Harold Shannon. Lawyer and senator Salter Hayden also became involved in those early stages and Grey ... Montreal, September 6, 2021 – The Montreal Alouettes are deeply saddened by the passing of former owner Bob Wetenhall, who passed away on Friday. Our thoughts are with his son Andrew, who followed his father as the Alouettes' lead governor, and Bob's entire family.". By josh allen On Sep 7, 2021. Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall dies September 7, 2021 5 min read Trinity News Commentary Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. In January, 2020 the league announced Toronto businessmen Sid Spiegel and Gary Stern had purchased the franchise. “He loved the city, his team and the Canadian Football League and they all loved him back. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. CP NewsAlert: Former Montreal Alouettes owner Robert Wetenhall passes away. In 1997, Bob Wetenhall played an instrumental role in the rebirth of the Montreal Alouettes, the franchise’s business administrations, football operations, and community involvement. MONTREAL — The Montreal Alouettes have new owners, it was announced on Monday. Montreal had consistency on its roster with such players as Calvillo, slotback Ben Cahoon, offensive lineman Scott Flory (both Canadians) and kicker Damon Duval. Both the Alouettes and CFL confirmed Wetenhall’s passing, which was Friday. Both the Alouettes and CFL confirmed Wetenhall’s passing, which was Friday. Much of Montreal’s on-field success came with Anthony Calvillo as its starting quarterback. Before owning the Alouettes, Wetenhall also served as part-owner of the Boston Patriots (AFL) and New England Patriots (NFL). Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall dies; helped transform club into model franchise | CBC Sports Widely-vision 07/09/2021 No Comments Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and remodeled the membership into one of many CFL’s mannequin franchises, has died. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL's model franchises, has died. Both the Alouettes and CFL confirmed Wetenhall's passing, which was Friday. But Montreal’s last Grey Cup win during Wetenhall’s ownership was in 2010. “Bob Wetenhall’s ownership of the Montreal Alouettes was a labour of love,” CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie said in a statement. Smith, who also was an Alouettes running back (1972-81) wasn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves as a team executive. Wetenhall was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 2015. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL's model franchises, has died. But Montreal’s last Grey Cup win during Wetenhall’s ownership was in 2010. The COVID-19 pandemic robbed the Montreal Alouettes of a 2020 season and co-owner Sidney Spiegel the chance to see his franchise play. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and reworked the membership into one of many CFL’s mannequin franchises, has died. Early in Wetenhall's tenure, the Alouettes were a CFL powerhouse. If you do not yet have a Torstar account, you can create one now (it is free), Copyright owned or licensed by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model franchises, has died. Found insideFour years earlier, team management and ownership had threatened to boycott a game against the Montreal Alouettes if ... But suddenly, the Argos' owners decided that having the best Canadians available didn't provide enough of an edge. The lineup also featured francophone players like running backs Eric Lapointe and Bruno Heppell, receiver Eric Deslauriers and safety Etienne Boulay, to name a few. Neither provided details regarding the cause of death or Wetenhall’s age (he was believed to be 85 or 86). The Montreal Alouettes celebrated many big victories and three Grey Cup titles during Bob Wetenhall's ownership, but Jim Popp will forever remember Wetenhall's passion … The people in it are deeply saddened by news of his passing. Randy Ambrosie, CFL commissioner, stated that Bob Wetenhall’s ownership in Montreal […] Both the Alouettes and CFL confirmed Wetenhall’s passing, which was Friday. Bob Wetenhall, owner of Montreal Alouettes through 3 CFL championships, dies. by admin. In 2011, he received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from McGill University for his work with the Alouettes and expansion of Percival Molson Stadium. And Jim Popp was also a fixture as the franchise's GM/football-operations director from 1996-2016. It certainly worked as during their heyday, the Alouettes recorded 105 sellouts at Molson Stadium, which has a seating capacity of about 23,500. In January, 2020 the league announced Toronto businessmen Sid Spiegel and Gary Stern had purchased the franchise. Found inside – Page 1994In 2019, amid concerns that the Montreal Alouettes' owners wanted to divest, the CFL purchased the franchise, creating a situation where only five of the nine CFL teams were operated by a “traditional” owner (“Alouettes sold ...,” 2019) ... The Canadian Football League (CFL) club has been purchased by S … By Russel Berry On Sep 7, 2021. Found inside – Page 2684I was told that no other team would sign me because of an agreement among the owners that they would not touch players that ... So I signed a contract with the Montreal Alouettes . I was sued by the owner of the New York Yanks . © 2021 Montreal Alouettes. The Alouettes were also a little lucky as in 1997 a U2 concert at Olympic Stadium forced them to look at McGill as a potential venue. Wetenhall also assumed the organization’s debts despite not legally being obligated to do so. Bob Wetenhall Sr., the American businessman who took over the Montreal Alouettes in 1997 and transformed the club into one of the CFL’s model … Trouble was, Molson Stadium wasn’t exactly in pristine condition and even had a tree growing in the stands. Found insideThe MontrealAlouettes, intheir various incarnations, playedallof their games since the 1970s in the cavernous ... This incarnation was forced to foldafter the 1981 season, when team owner Nelson Skalbania — whohadonly purchased the team ... The cause of death wasn't immediately known. Former Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall dies. Found inside – Page 116During the early 1980s, when high-capacity stadiums were in cities like Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver, people such as Montreal Alouettes owner Nelson Skalbania believed that parity between the leagues was possible if the CFL had ... 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