Inside Mini’s rallying cry to lift Eagles off the canvas
New coach Andrew McQualter has his eyes set firmly on lifting the Eagles back into contention. Go inside his inspiring address at West Coast’s season launch.
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In the Hunt: Competition for spots heats up at Eagles
Jayden Hunt has been a mainstay for West Coast since his arrival, but the veteran knows there’s plenty of young talent itching to take his place as the new generation of Eagles emerge.
Inside story: How futures of four young AFL stars are intertwined
This is shaping as one of the biggest years in AFL trade history, with four of the AFL’s best young talents potentially up for grabs. JON RALPH examines the state of play.
Ex-Tiger wins over Eagles faithful as Roo draftee pushes Rd 1 case
West Coast gave up plenty in their trade for Liam Baker, but the former Tiger might already be a fan favourite. Plus the young Kangaroo in line to play round 1.
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Balta, Fogarty mega deals set high price in barren tall market
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‘It hurts’: Hidden pain behind draft prospect’s inspiring rise
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‘Absolute joke’: Fans fume at AFL Draft rule
The No. 1 pick has been named at the AFL Draft but fans are furious at the system that allowed the reigning premiers to get an absolute steal.
Star Eagle sidelined after training incident
West Coast’s pre-season has got off to the worst possible start, with its star man sidelined after a knock at Eagles training.
Barrass concedes Eagles pledge ‘aged poorly’
In June, Tom Barrass said he was only leaving West Coast if the rug was pulled from under him. Now, he’s opened up on what changed for him to arrive at Hawthorn a few months later.
Reid’s Ransom: Eagles rejected Vic club’s ‘best offer ever’ for Harley
A year on, the picture is clearer on what could have been if West Coast gave up the rights to Harley Reid, with one trade offer likely the best pitch ever made. See what it looks like now.
Anatomy of a rebuild: How Tigers, Eagles are taking different paths
They won flags between 2017 and 2020, now Richmond and West Coast are bottom-four clubs. MARK DUFFIELD looks at how both sides are plotting to get back to the top.
Best 23s: How trade period changed every club
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