Jul 12, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Calgary Stampeders defeat the Toronto Argonauts 34-15 at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski
Toronto Argonauts General Manager Jim Barker released the following statement this morning regarding the Hamilton Tiger-Cats signing of Char Owens.
“On behalf of the Toronto Argonauts, I would like to thank Chad Owens for his six years of hard work on the field and dedication to our club, especially in our community. He was a true professional during his time here and was an instrumental part of our 100th Grey Cup Championship.”
Owens took to Twitter Thursday to express his appreciation for the Double Blue and his loyal fan base in Toronto
Thank you all for your support n kind words today! It truly means a lot! I’m def focused on the future, but will never forget the past!
— Chad Owens (@ChadOwens2) February 12, 2016
To: @torontoargos and every double blue/CO2 fan out there! When you see me, say hi so I can give you a hug! Aloha pic.twitter.com/xiKKvtjXES — Chad Owens (@ChadOwens2) February 11, 2016
And the sentiment was shared by some of his former teammates:
#TORvsHAM @chadowens2 pic.twitter.com/7UQWrIX4Y6 — Andre Durie (@AD3TWO) February 12, 2016
