Moe Martin played junior football for the N.D.G. Maple Leafs in Montreal before joining the Saskatchewan Roughriders for five seasons from 1953 to 1957. Martin played both offensive and defensive back, as well as doing some kick returning for the Riders. Martin was released by the Riders prior to the 1958 season and returned to Montreal where there was a family hotel business. Moe Martin passed away on April 20, 2012. Martin Picks Up Valuable Yards For Riders in Exhibitin Game Against Als - August 15, 1953 Martin in Rider Line-Up for Season Opener - August 31, 1953 Martin Scores TD Agains Montreal in Exhibition Game - August 11, 1955 (includes photo) Martin Shaking Hands With Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent - September 6, 1955 Martin Resigns With Riders - May 18, 1956 Martin Out For Season With Torn Ankle Ligaments - October 21, 1957 On and Off the Record: Martin Staying in Montreal, May Try Out With Alouettes - July 2, 1958 (scroll down)
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