Overview

• The Tiger-Cats announced his death Friday and said they were deeply saddened by the loss.
• The club will honor him during Friday night’s "Team Ted" game against the visiting Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
• In June, Goveia disclosed he had "a serious form of cancer" and said he would limit time at team facilities while continuing to serve as general manager.
• Goveia was in his first season as Hamilton’s GM after being hired on Dec. 5, 2024, following earlier roles with Toronto starting in 2010 and 11 years with Winnipeg, including Grey Cup wins in 2012, 2019, and 2021.
• Although the team did not specify the illness, two league sources said he had esophageal cancer, and Hamilton is 7-5 and leading the East Division this season.