Return to B.C. Lions ‘a beautiful hello’ for running back James Butler
- Running back James Butler rejoined the B.C. Lions in May 2025 hours after being released by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in January.
- Butler’s return followed a challenging 2024 season with the Tiger-Cats, where he struggled and was replaced midseason by rookie Greg Ball.
- Butler previously had strong performances with the Lions in 2021 and a standout 2022 season, rushing over 1,000 yards and scoring multiple touchdowns.
- B.C. Lions general manager Ryan Rigmaiden expressed regret for letting Butler go, and head coach Buck Pierce praised him as 'dynamic in all facets of the game.'
- Butler described his return as 'a beautiful hello,' expressing excitement despite joining a team with significant roster changes under new leadership.
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Return to B.C. Lions 'a beautiful hello' for running back James Butler
KAMLOOPS — James Butler always knew a return to the B.C. Lions was possible. The CFL veteran just didn't anticipate the way he'd find his way back. After two years with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Butler was released in January after a difficult season.
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