McManis set for Hamilton Tiger-Cats debut

Wynton McManis is expected to make his first appearance for the Hamilton TigerCats on Sunday against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Hamilton. The veteran linebacker joined the team as a free agent after four seasons with Toronto, but his debut was delayed by a knee bone bruise. McManis returns to a lineup that has already been steady in his absence, with Canadian Ryan Baker filling in at middle linebacker and recording 16 tackles. Hamilton coach Scott Milanovich said McManis brings strong instincts and a history of making decisive plays, including sacks, interceptions and defensive touchdowns. The Ticats enter the game coming off a bye week and two straight wins, while Winnipeg is trying to rebound from backtoback losses. Hamilton also gets cornerback Jamal Peters back after he missed time with a head injury, and the team has pointed to physical play and defensive disruption as keys in the rematch.