WINNIPEG, MB., August 31, 2016 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the addition of national offensive lineman Alex McKay to the practice roster.

McKay (6-5, 300, Manitoba, January 25, 1991 in Winnipeg, MB) was selected by Saskactehwan in the sixth round, 52nd overall in the 2016 CFL Draft. The Winnipeg native spent the last four years at the University of Manitoba. McKay started all 32 regular season and seven postseason games during his collegiate career with the BIsons. Following last season, he was selected to participate in the 2015 CIS East-West Bowl.

The club has also released international receiver Kris Adams from the practice roster.