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Questions about Toronto Argonauts

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was the Toronto Argonauts football team formed?

The Toronto Argonauts were formed on the 4th of October 1873 by a group of rowers in Toronto. The club adopted its name from Greek mythology and played its first recorded game against Hamilton on the 18th of October 1873.

Who coached the Toronto Argonauts during their dominant dynasty years between 1933 and 1952?

Lew Hayman served as head coach for the Toronto Argonauts from 1933 to 1941 with an unparalleled winning ratio of 45, 15, 2. Frank Clair later coached the team to Grey Cup wins in 1950 and 1952.

Where did the Toronto Argonauts play their home games before moving to BMO Field?

The Toronto Argonauts played at Exhibition Stadium starting in 1959 and then moved to Rogers Centre which served as their home from 1989 to 2015. They returned to professional play at BMO Field following renovations completed in May 2015.

When was the Toronto Argonauts last owned solely by the Argonaut Rowing Club?

For over eight decades the Argonauts were owned solely by the Argonaut Rowing Club until the 1st of October 1956. A consortium led by John W. H. Bassett purchased the team on that date.

Who is the all-time leading passer for the Toronto Argonauts?

Damon Allen retired with professional football's all-time leading passing yards totaling 72,381 while playing for the Toronto Argonauts until 2007. He led the team through his final season before Ricky Ray took over quarterback duties in 2012.