B.C. Lions

B.C. Lions trade up but sacrifice 2019 first-rounder in deal with Bombers

by
3Down Staff
May 2, 2018

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and B.C. Lions traded selections Wednesday prior to the CFL draft.

The Lions acquired Winnipeg’s first- and second-round 2018 selections – the seventh and 16th overall picks.

In return, the Bombers landed B.C.’s 2019 first-round selection as well as its second-round choice (No. 12 overall) in this year’s draft.

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The CFL draft is scheduled for Thursday night.

– CP

3Down Staff

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