THE CANADIAN PRESS
REGINA — Saskatchewan Roughriders receiver Rob Bagg has re-injured his knee during off-season training.
He was expected to undergo surgery to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee Wednesday. The 26-year-old will be added to the nine-game injured list at the start of the CFL season.
Bagg, a six-foot, 190-pound native of Kingston, Ont., had three touchdowns and 688 receiving yards with the Riders last season.
"This is obviously very disappointing news for Rob and for the club," Saskatchewan general manager Brendan Taman said in a release.
"Rob is a consummate pro and is a leader in our locker-room. While it will be tough for Rob and the entire team to lose him on the field, we look forward to having his positive attitude and influence in the locker-room throughout the year."
Bagg had previously torn the ACL during a game against Calgary in October. He missed the final three games of the season and the Riders’ playoff run.
Also Wednesday, the Riders released veteran fullback Chris Szarka. He spent the last 14 seasons with the team.
Szarka, 36, had 439 carries for 1,723 yards and 33 rushing touchdowns over his career for the Riders. He also had 98 receptions for 1,308 yards and five touchdowns.
