The

1976 Events January * January 3 – The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights enters into force. * January 5 – The Pol Pot regime proclaims a new constitution for Democratic Kampuchea. * January 11 – The 1976 ...

Hamilton Tiger-Cats season was the 19th season for the team in the

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and their 27th overall. The Tiger-Cats finished in second place in the Eastern Conference with an 8–8 record but lost the Eastern Final to the Ottawa Rough Riders.

Regular season

Season standings

Season schedule

Post-season

Awards and honours

* CFL's Coach of the Year –

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*John Barrow was elected as a Player into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame August 5, 1976.

CFL All-Stars

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, Running Back *

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, Defensive Back * David Shaw, Defensive Back

References

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