The 1958 Calgary Stampeders season was the team's inaugural campaign in the newly formed Canadian Football League (CFL) after the merger of the Interprovincial Rugby Football Union (IRFU) and the Western Interprovincial Football Union (WIFU).
Regular season
- Record: 8–8 (wins–losses)
- Division placement: 2nd place in the Western Conference (WIFU)
Playoffs
- The Stampeders qualified for the postseason and faced the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the Western Semi‑Final, a two‑game total‑points series.
- Calgary was eliminated, losing the series to Winnipeg, who advanced to the Grey Cup.
Key personnel
- Head coach: (specific name not confirmed in available sources)
- Stadium: McMahon Stadium (opened in 1960; during the 1958 season the team played at Mewata Stadium)
Notable players
- The roster featured several players who later earned CFL All‑Star designations, though detailed statistical records from the 1958 season are limited.
Historical context
- 1958 marked the first official season of the Canadian Football League, consolidating the formerly separate western and eastern football unions under a single national organization.
- The Stampeders' 8–8 record reflected a balanced performance in a transitional year for Canadian professional football.
Season summary
The 1958 Calgary Stampeders posted an even win–loss record, securing a playoff berth but were unable to advance beyond the Western Semi‑Final. Their participation contributed to the establishment of the CFL as a unified league in Canada.
