Ladder Predictor: The four clubs fighting for eighth
The race for eighth has never been hotter. Who will get the all-important final spot in the finals? See our ladder predictor to find out.
Melbourne
‘B’ grade Brisbane must improve
Thrashed by Melbourne last week, the Brisbane Lions have a point to prove when they host the Western Bulldogs.
Why Demons and AFL won’t want to meet Bartlett in Court
How will things play out in court when experienced QCs start asking questions about what was said in meetings between the league CEO and Demons powerbrokers?
Daw closes: Majak calls time on AFL career
Sudanese football trailblazer Majak Daw announces immediate AFL retirement after 13-year career with North Melbourne and Melbourne.
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Hawks loom large in Coniglio chase
Star GWS midfielder Stephen Coniglio poised to start talks on his future as three Victorian clubs circle. Plus news on Jack Billings, Nathan Jones, Levi Casboult and another Giant.
Angry Demon Lewis has a clear-cut choice
Jordan Lewis is upset with Kane Cornes’ criticism. But as someone who is clearly on a path to the media after hanging up the boots, Cornes says the former Hawthorn champ turned Melbourne veteran has a choice to make about his future.
Holi-Dees: Time off for under-fire players
Melbourne players will be given four days of leave to “freshen up” after the deflated Demons slumped to their worst start to a season in five years with a smacking at the hands of Richmond.
No regrets: Goodwin defends Hogan trade
Former Demon Jesse Hogan is turning it on at Fremantle while Steven May is out of shape and out of the side at Melbourne, but coach Simon Goodwin has hit back at the hindsight heroes.
Tigers Stack more pain on Demons
Richmond absorbed everything Melbourne threw at it for three quarters before the Tigers powered away for a commanding victory to further erode the Demons’ finals hopes.
Bold moves not enough to kickstart battling Demons
We’ve seen him spin the magnets before. But even by Simon Goodwin’s standards, there were some bold positional moves against Richmond. Recap our Anzac Day eve live blog.
Damning stats reveal Demons’ defensive hell
Showbiz has the red carpet. Melbourne has the red and blue welcome mat. As harsh as it sounds, no AFL side accommodates the opposition like the Demons. Sam Edmund looks at the stunning stats that expose the Demons.
The Tackle: What has happened to ferocious Demons?
There are problems galore for Melbourne. One week it’s the dysfunctional forward line, the next it’s the overwhelmed defence. And the problems don’t end there. Check out all MARK ROBINSON’S likes and dislikes after Round 5.
Reader verdict: How did Gazza miss out on votes?
Tim Kelly led the expert votes, but our readers couldn’t go past Gary Ablett after his 23-disposal, three goal game on Easter Monday against Hawthorn. Who did you vote for? READER VERDICT
SuperLadder: The game young Blues came of age
Will Carlton fans look back on the Blues win over Gold Coast and remember fondly the day a couple of young guns came of age, and a pair of bulls imitated a champion duo? Jon Anderson puts all 18 clubs under the microscope.
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