The Hamilton Tiger-Cats could be forced to play the pre-season and possibly the early part of the regular season without a key member of their backfield.  Drew Edwards of the Hamilton Spectator is reporting that running back C.J. Gable is expected to miss up to four weeks with a hand injury.

Gable started seven regular season games for the Ticats last season and gained 138 yards on 30 carries while producing two touchdowns.

The 27-year-old also caught 18 passes for 224 yards.

Edwards also reports that head coach Kent Austin does not think DT Brian Bulcke will be ready to start the regular season.