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Murray Wood: Are Saskatchewan Roughrider fans still the best in the CFL?

By CKOM News Aug 13, 2025 | 8:20 AM

Murray Wood says attendance at Rider seems to be down, even though the team guards the numbers. But with a strong record this season, Wood says there’s no reason for Saturday’s game not to sell out.

Murray Wood delivers sharp, insightful commentary with a blend of wit, skepticism and straight talk. Whether he’s exposing political maneuvering, celebrating cultural icons or unpacking life’s everyday quirks, he never holds back.

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Tues., August 12: Imagine living in a country where police shoot and kill someone, then don’t tell the public who it was. Well, that’s what’s happening right now with the RCMP. Murray Wood says we deserve to know more.

Mon., August 11: Summer is a time for homecomings and reunions, and in Saskatchewan that often means city folks going out to the family farm. Murray Wood shares some highlights and observations from his family gathering.

Fri., August 8: Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week’s news and decides who’s hot… and who’s not. This week’s list includes the red-hot Roughriders, wildfire smoke and issues with road construction.

Thurs., August 7: Any time we try to build something, people start complaining about costs. Murray Wood says people are angry about the overrun on a new aquatic centre in Regina, but they need to look at the benefits.

Wed., August 6: Any time we try to build something, people start complaining about costs. Murray Wood says people are angry about the overrun on a new aquatic centre in Regina, but they need to look at the benefits.