Analysis: Why can’t Blues’ best small in 11 years get a contract?
Carlton has been searching for a goalkicking small forward for 10 years. And now the Blues have one, they are pushing him out. JOSH BARNES delves into Carlton’s Matt Owies conundrum.
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‘So special’: Blues mark historic milestone
It looked impossible 20 years ago, but Carlton will celebrate a significant milestone when its AFLW side runs out on Saturday night.
Blues legend calls out need for speed
A Carlton premiership captain has weighed in on how the Blues can return next season as genuine flag contenders.
Future clearer for Hawks free agent
In strong form but out of contract, a Hawthorn wingman’s AFL future has become clearer.
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Blues lock away another important cog
Carlton has secured a longer deal for a vital role player as an emerging Western Bulldogs forward also re-signed.
How incoming rule changes will make Blues’ trade worthless
Carlton believed it had executed a genius move in the 2023 trade period when it orchestrated a four-club trade to gain enough points to access the Camporeale twins. Incoming rule changes may mean the club gave up Paddy Dow for picks now worth nothing.
A Carlton cakewalk: How TDK, Blues exposed comical Cats
It’s official, Geelong’s 7-0 start had everyone fooled. What the Cats dished up on Friday night was laughable, writes JOSH BARNES. The Blues, on the other hand, are a very real premiership threat.
Three takeaways from De Koning’s SuperCoast feast
Tom De Koning went nuclear while Charlie Curnow justified his selection for those top SuperCoaches who traded him in this week. Relive all the action and see our SuperCoach takeaways here.
‘Red flags everywhere’: Superstar in strife
It took just 14 seconds for a massive talking point to arise in Carlton’s clash with Geelong, with a superstar under the pump.
‘Wasn’t in a good place’: Blue’s frank admission on trade angst
It wasn’t long ago Tom De Koning was one of the hottest out-of-contract players on the market. He opens up to GLENN MCFARLANE on the mental toll and becoming a key part of Carlton’s push for a breakthrough premiership.
The evolving crowd ‘connection’ helping Blues reclaim AFL power
With its team surging on the field, Carlton’s army of supporters are helping take the club back to its all-powerful glory days. SHANNON GILL speaks to CEO Brian Cook about the changed approach of Blues fans.
Blues surprise packet aims for another scalp
After being foiled by a bold double-tag in their previous clash, Carlton will lay its own trap for Geelong in a Friday night blockbuster.
Voss warns AFL as Blues, Suns push back on draft changes
Michael Voss admits he’s confused that the AFL are making changes to this year’s draft that will put their recruitment strategy at risk. Plus more on the Suns’ stance to make it easier to draft academy players.
McGuane: Ladder be damned, Blues aren’t the second seed
The Blues are a team on the up, sitting second on the ladder at the bye. But MICK MCGUANE writes Carlton fans need to be calm, they’re not the full premiership package just yet.
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