Ray released from hospital; will miss ‘significant time’ with neck injury

TORONTO — The Toronto Argonauts provided another update on star quarterback Ricky Ray Monday night after he was released from hospital, confirming he sustained a neck injury and will miss ‘significant time’ as a result.

In a team-issued statement, the Argonauts said:

Toronto Argonauts QB Ricky Ray, the team’s all-time leading passer, was released from a Toronto hospital earlier today and is now recovering comfortably at home with his family. Ray suffered a neck injury in the third quarter of Saturday’s game against Calgary.

Ray is still to undergo more tests to further evaluate the injury. He will miss significant time this season due to the injury and there is no timetable for his return at this point.

Further updates to be provided when available.

James Franklin entered the game in Ray’s absence and is likely the next man up depending on Ray’s future availability.  Should Franklin get the nod, he will begin his tenure as Toronto’s starter with a home-and-home with the Edmonton Eskimos starting July 7 at BMO Field.

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A future first-ballot hall of famer, Ray currently sits as the Argos’ all-time leader in passing and helped steer the club to his fourth Grey Cup championship last November in Ottawa.  Despite his success, Ray has battled injuries during his time in Toronto, missing significant time with shoulder and knee injuries.

The Sacramento State grad has passed for over 60,000 yard and 324 touchdowns in his career.

After starting the season 0-2 following a 41-7 loss Saturday, the Argos are off in Week 3 and will take on the Edmonton Eskimos in Week 4.