OTTAWA - Jason Maas says he was looking for a new challenge.Hell get one with the Ottawa Redblacks.The Redblacks named Maas, a former star quarterback with the Edmonton Eskimos, as their new offensive co-ordinator on Monday.Basically it was feeling like I was ready to lead an offence, said Maas. I felt like I was ready as far as being able to implement a plan, implement an offence, teach an offence and get guys together for a common goal.The 39-year-old will be tasked with fixing a struggling offence that finished last overall in scoring (15.4 points per game) and rushing (82.4 yards) and seventh in total yards (300 per game) last season. The Redblacks finished their first season in the CFL with a 2-16 record.Maas, who replaces the fired Mike Gibson, chose not to criticize last years performance, despite what the numbers show.All I know is there was great effort, a young team and those are the two things that I was excited about working with when I got here, Maas said. Im not too concerned about what they did in the past here.Maas, 39, is best known for his playing days as a quarterback with the Edmonton Eskimos where he won Grey Cups in 2003 and 2005. He spent 11 seasons in the CFL.Most recently Maas worked with the Toronto Argonauts as a quarterbacks coach and a receivers coach.One of the question marks for the Redblacks next season is what role Henry Burris will play.Maas is just a few months older than Burris and knows his body of work well, seeing as their careers overlapped for a decade.Im excited to work with Henry, Maas said. I know he can play and can play at extremely high levels still.The one thing Maas wants to see from the team next season is discipline, hard work, communication and a commitment to being prepared every single day.Im an ultra positive person, but I believe in being demanding and being a hard worker, said Maas. Those are the things that Ill be expecting from the players we coach.Maas says he wants to see the Redblacks play prepared and be an offence that can play fast.Campbell and Maas are very familiar with one another from their time in Edmonton. Campbell worked as a defensive and special teams assistant coach during part of Maas tenure with the Eskimos.We didnt really have a timeline for filling this position, but we felt this was the right fit, said Campbell. Jason is a great communicator and hes ready to hit the ground running. His own experience will be invaluable. Kevon Looney Warriors Jersey . (AP) -- The head of the committee that developed Major League Baseballs plan to expand instant replay says he is optimistic the system will be in place this season, even though owners and unions for players and umpires have yet to approve. Rick Barry Warriors Jersey . Louis Cardinals for the National League Wild Card, are in the drivers seat as they open the final series of the regular season, but they face a large task in the form of the Philadelphia Phillies. https://www.warriorsrookiesshop.com/Nate...Edition-Jersey/. TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie tweeted that its believed the Flames are working towards a new contract with the defenceman. Alfonzo McKinnie Warriors Jersey . Dwyane Wade took over in the fourth quarter. Klay Thompson Jersey . Tony Parker had 33 points and nine assists and San Antonio never trailed in a resounding 116-92 victory over Portland, bullying the younger Trail Blazers in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.OTTAWA -- Chris Byrne stepped down as general manager of the Ottawa 67s on Tuesday and was replaced by assistant GM Pat Higgins. Byrnes resignation will take effect immediately as he pursues new challenges at the NHL level, the Ontario Hockey League team said in a release. "Im happy for Chris," said team governor Jeff Hunt. "He served us well as an assistant coach, head coach and most recently as general manager and its great to know hes moving up to the NHL level. We wish him well." Byrne coached and managed in the 67s organization for eight seasons. He served as both head coach and GM over the last three seasons. "Im thankful to Jeff and the 67s organization for a great experience in Ottawa and for allowing me to pursue my dream of working in the NHL," said Byrne. "This oppportunity came up very recently and it really is something I couldnt turn down.dddddddddddd "I know the 67s have a great core of young, talented players and I wish them and the organization good luck in the future." Details on his NHL plans were not immediately released. Higgins, meanwhile, has spent over 20 seasons in the organization as a scout, assistant GM and head of scouting. Hell oversee all facets of hockey operations. "Im humbled and excited by the opportunity the 67s have given me," said Higgins. "We have a talented roster of new players joining a more experienced core group of veterans and I know great things are ahead for the fans. Thanks to Jeff, Chris and (former coach) Brian Kilrea for their roles in my development as a hockey operations leader." ' ' '