The Canadian Football League (CFL) players resumed their respective camps on Tuesday after rejecting the interim agreement between the league and Players Association (AJLCF) the previous day.
However, the union recommended accepting the seven -year agreement. The league and the AJLCF reached an interim agreement on Wednesday, four days after players from seven of the Ambrosie Tour’s nine teams went on strike.
This is only the second layoff in league history and the first in 48 years.
Players from the Edmonton Elks and Calgary Stampeders began their camps on May 15th. Due to Alberta’s labor laws, they cannot strike in conjunction with other formations.
No more pennies and quotas
The two sides will meet informally later on Tuesday. A source told The Canadian Press that a new offer has been presented to the players. This offer includes a salary cap increase and adoption bonus.
This type of bonus is pretty standard, but it should be discussed. He was one of the reasons the players rejected the deal, but the main point was the CFL’s desire to reduce the number of Canadian starters from seven to eight.
This number, however, would include nationalized players, i.e., American players who have spent five years in the CFL or at least three on the same team. Additionally, three additional nationalized players can play up to 49% of all games, regardless of attack or defense.
One thing is clear. Time is running out for the CFL, whose preparation calendar is due to begin on Friday.
Source: Radio-Canada
