Montreal favored by 8.5 points in Eastern Final
SportsLine analyst Emory Hunt predicts the Alouettes will overwhelm Winnipeg, while giving the edge to BC over a rested Edmonton squad.
By Olivia Miller ·
The betting line for Saturday's Eastern Final places the Montreal Alouettes as 8.5 point favorites against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. This margin reflects the consensus view that Montreal is the strongest team in the league, a status maintained through a disciplined regular season.
The race for the 2026 Grey Cup narrowed to four teams after the semifinal round. Winnipeg secured its spot in the East by defeating the Toronto Argonauts. In the West, the BC Lions eliminated the defending champion Saskatchewan Roughriders. The remaining two matchups will take place on Saturday, November 7.
SportsLine expert Emory Hunt, who is 44-38 on CFL spread picks this season, has issued his best bets for both contests. He favors Montreal to cover the large spread and also backs the BC Lions by 1.5 points against the Edmonton Elks.
Hunt argues that offensive balance will decide the Eastern game. He believes if Montreal can shut down Winnipeg's rushing attack, the Bombers lack the necessary passing threat to compete. He views the Alouettes' ability to adapt as a key advantage in the postseason.
Regarding the Western Final, Hunt notes that the Lions showed resilience in their semifinal win but expended considerable energy in the process. He believes this fatigue plays into the hands of the well-rested Elks. Hunt predicts a low-scoring affair that comes down to the final minutes, favoring Edmonton to continue its strong season.
Both games are scheduled for Saturday, November 7. The winners of these contests will advance to the Grey Cup, the final game of the Canadian Football League season.
