Bombers kicker Sergio Castillo was named the winner of two of the club's community service awards, while quarterback Chase Artopoeus announced his retirement on social media.

Receiver Drew Wolitarsky signed a one-day contract with the Blue Bombers to retire from professional football with his former team.

Quarterback Zach Collaros is back in Winnipeg this week for an autograph signing and said there's a buzz around the team after their free agent acquisitions last week.

Speaking 48 hours into free agency, Blue Bombers general manager Kyle Walters said standing pat was not an option after their fourth-place finish in the west last season.

The Bombers signed defensive back Nick Hallett to one-year agreement on Wednesday after 24 hours as a free agent.

The Bombers added offensive lineman Jarell Broxton, receiver Tommy Nield, linebacker Jovan Santos-Knox and cornerback Jonathan Moxey to open free agency.

The Bombers signed defensive lineman Jake Ceresna after he spent last season with the Edmonton Elks.

The Bombers signed receiver Tim White after he was released by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats earlier in the week.

Offensive lineman Stanley Bryant signed a one-year contract with the Blue Bombers on Monday.

The Bombers locked up defensive end Willie Jefferson for a seventh season with the club to avoid free agency.