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Return to home dominance fuelling Elks as Ticats come to Commonwealth
Edmonton’s 6-1 home mark at Commonwealth Stadium has helped the Elks reach the postseason for the first time since 2019.
Propelled by a 6-1 home record at Commonwealth Stadium, the Edmonton Elks clinched their first playoff berth since 2019.
This year's success contrasts sharply with the team's record of 22 consecutive home losses over four years, a streak that finally ended on Aug. 27, 2023.
Head coach Mark Kilam branded Commonwealth the "Concrete Castle of the North," while quarterback Cody Fajardo credited 30,000-plus fans for creating a difficult environment for opponents.
Fresh off a loss in Toronto last weekend, the Elks return to Commonwealth on Saturday to face the Hamilton Tiger Cats.
Aiming to secure a home playoff date, the Elks must leverage every advantage against Hamilton, with Fajardo noting the team will "need any advantage they can get.