Toronto Argonauts Surprisingly Release Rasheed Bailey, Two Others

The Double Blue's latest round of transactions has produced a double take. The Toronto Argonauts sent out a press release Friday morning announcing the release of wide receiver Rasheed Bailey, defensive back Amani Dennis and defensive lineman Jay Person. The release of Bailey overshadows the transaction report. It's one that suggests there's more than meets the eye with this seemingly abrupt move by the Argos. The veteran slotback, Bailey, was first on the team in receptions with 24 after six games. He is also tied for touchdown grabs with two and is second with 245 yards receiving. Toronto's about-face decision comes just one day before Bailey was scheduled to square off with his former team, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. In recent days, Argos coach Ryan Dinwiddie has talked up the ascent of CFL rookie Makai Polk, who drew the start at slotback last week against Hamilton. The California native, who has spent some time in the NFL, is third on the team in receptions (18) and receiving yards (181). Nevertheless,