Quarterback threw for 373 yards, two touchdowns, no interceptions, and had some timely runs.
Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander runs with the ball during Eastern final against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Saturday at Molson Stadium in Montreal.
Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander runs with the ball during Eastern final against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Saturday at Molson Stadium in Montreal.
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Coming off a dominant regular season, the Montreal Alouettes are heading to next week's Grey Cup at McMahon Stadium in Calgary, after beating the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 33-23 before a sold-out crowd Saturday afternoon at Molson Stadium.
Quarterback Davis Alexander, who was named the Canadian Football League's Most Outstanding Player on Thursday, led the way by throwing for 373 yards and two touchdowns.
Top Canadian Tyson Philpot did his part, with nine receptions for 129 yards, while Tyler Snead made a diving touchdown catch with 1:16 left in the game to salt away the victor.
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Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander gives fans a high five as he leaves the field after pre-game warmup Saturday in Montreal.
Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander gives fans a high five as he leaves the field after pre-game warmup Saturday in Montreal.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros delivers a pass on Saturday.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros delivers a pass on Saturday. He went 21-for-27 for 228 yards on the day, but no touchdowns. Tim Snow/Montreal Gazette
Alouettes players and coaches pose for a photo after beating the Bombers Saturday.
Alouettes players and coaches pose for a photo after beating the Bombers Saturday to secure a Grey Cup berth.
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