Chris Van Zeyl, a three-time CFL All-Star offensive lineman, announced his retirement on Saturday after 15 seasons.
Van Zeyl spent the last four seasons with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, where he appeared in 36 regular-season games and seven playoff games, helping the team win the Grey Cup in 2019 and 2021.
In 2019, he was selected an All-Star and the Canadian Football League’s Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman.
“Chris’ career in the CFL has been nothing short of incredible. “He has accomplished incredible feats both on and off the field, making him the epitome of professionalism,” stated Orlondo Steinauer, Tiger-Cats President of Football Operations.
“It was great to train Chris throughout the years, but it was also rewarding to watch him grow into an exceptional leader and person. In addition to expressing our heartfelt gratitude to Chris for his services to our organization and the City of Hamilton, we wish him and his family the best in the future.”
The Fonthill, Ont. native appeared in 192 games over his 15-year career, which began with the Toronto Argonauts in 2008 and ended in 2018. He competed in four Grey Cups, winning two of them (2012, 2017), and was selected a CFL All-Star after the 2013–17 and 2019 seasons.
In addition to his efforts on the field, Van Zeyl made an enormous influence on the Hamilton community and received the In 2021, the Jake Gaudaur Veteran’s Trophy will be awarded to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of Canadian veterans.
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