Blues risk ‘jeopardising’ salary cap to match TDK offer
Tom De Koning is weighing up a mega offer to become a Saint from 2026. But to match the offer, Carlton risks jeopardising its salary cap structure and putting its stars in an “unfair” position.
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The warm-up disaster which sent Carlton spiralling
Carlton was second on the ladder after 15 rounds last season and a genuine premiership contender. Then one moment started a downward spiral which the Blues remain stuck in. ED BOURKE reports.
Carlton’s shock SEN move after disastrous loss
Carlton made a swift move to cancel its radio membership drive in the wake of its shock loss to Richmond on Thursday. MATT FORREST reports.
Tribunal rules on Richmond star’s high shot
Tom Lynch’s high shot on Tom De Koning divided the AFL world on Thursday night and now the Richmond spearhead has learned his fate.
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Voss sounds off on Opening Round as Blues star firms for R1
The Opening Round concept remains under fire, with Carlton coach Michael Voss the latest to hit out at the idea, as the Blues continue to prepare for their season opener against Richmond.
‘Danger everywhere’: Lions on alert for multiple threats
The looming cyclone set to hit Brisbane has the Lions on edge and the coach locking away furniture as another challenge to their premiership defence.
Charlie Curnow as you’ve never seen him before
His laid-back persona makes him one of the most elusive players in the AFL. Here, Carlton forward Charlie Curnow stars in his first fashion shoot – and opens up about his return from injury.
Son of a gun stakes round 1 claim in Blues pre-season demolition
Days after losing its prized No. 3 draftee Jagga Smith for the season, another rising star gave Carlton fans reason to smile — and left Michael Voss with a lot to ponder ahead of round 1.
Buckley: Why Pies will beat Blues ‘battlers’ to finals berth
The finals race is set to be more competitive than ever this year. Collingwood great NATHAN BUCKLEY explains why Carlton and Port Adelaide will miss out and reveals his top-eight prediction.
‘It’s a big decision’: TDK on contract, Gawn’s shock $40m call
Tom De Koning has touched on the tough choice he faces as the Blues star weighs up his footballing future. Plus, his reaction to Max Gawn’s bold call.
‘Feel for him’: What Cripps said to Jagga after brutal ACL blow
Jagga Smith’s season is over before it even began, but Patrick Cripps has revealed what he said to the No.3 draft pick to give him light at the end of the tunnel.
Team of the century: Blues’ struggles defy star-studded line-up
It’s been more than a lean patch for the Blues since 2000, but looking at Glenn McFarlane’s Carlton team of the century, you wouldn’t know it! Pick your best Carlton team here.
Who are Hugh? Saints bolter rockets into round 1 frame
A young Saints midfielder has surged into the frame for an early-season debut after helping lift St Kilda to a come-from-behind pre-season victory over Carlton.
Blues hand former Cats, Power forward a lifeline
Carlton had five players fighting for its final list spot, but has decided to hand a former Geelong and Port Adelaide forward a lifeline at a third club in the SSP.
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