Crows circle ‘premium’ SA-born Demon
The Crows haven’t given up hope of luring a rising Demon back to South Australia, with a young gun’s signature now a premium at Melbourne after Angus Brayshaw’s shock retirement.
Trade HQ
Why skipper isn’t worried about Cats’ contract crunch
Patrick Dangerfield is among 23 Cats who come out of contract at the end of the year, but he isn’t concerned. And he joked there is one side who could be after him.
Footy boss sheds light on unsigned Cats stars’ contract talks
Geelong has 23 players out of contract, and its football director has shed light on where contract talks sit with key players. Plus, a promising injury update ahead of their practice match.
List Manager: The big calls that will keep Lions window open
How many genuine cracks do the Lions have left before their premiership window shuts? Jon Ralph digs deep into the Brisbane list – and the big future decisions – to find a surprising answer.
Salary cap watch: When can the Saints afford to launch?
St Kilda has vast scope to hit the free agency market in the future – but when is the right time? See exactly where the Saints’ list is at after 2023’s surprise finals run.
Trio of trades and the clubs circling: Draft strategy revealed
It is going to be a wild draft night, with a number of clubs needing to wheel and deal their way into more points. Which rivals are circling and ready to jump up the order?
The List Manager: When will Tigers’ flag window open again?
The Tigers’ dominant era is over but how long will it take for its’ premiership window to open again? Jon Ralph looks into his crystal ball to assess Richmond’s future prospects.
A decade of AFL trading: Where ‘shopaholic’ Blues really rank
Carlton is the biggest buyer of the AFL trade and free agency market in the past decade, snapping up 29 players. But how many were winners? Find out what the numbers say on every club.
Tigers set to pluck former Swan from the VFL
After trading Ivan Soldo to Port Adelaide late in the trade period, Richmond has found its ruck back-up, with the Tigers set to hand a former Sydney Swan an AFL lifeline.
Breakout Bomber set for big pay rise
Nic Martin has been playing on a contract of about $250,000 per season for the past two years. But that’s all about to change as the Dons hide him away from a West Australian raid.
Port’s secret mastermind and the art of building a list
Port Adelaide has always maintained it won’t ever rebuild – and it is the only club without a wooden spoon. Meet the man who’s made that possible behind the scenes.
‘Tough for the boys just sitting there’: The Dons trio in limbo
Essendon have already had a busy off-season with four additions to the squad for 2024, but three players remain unsigned. See all the uncontracted players waiting for a deal here.
Baz ‘about 80 per cent’ chance of leaving Kennel
Despite the swirling rumours, Bailey Smith is still a Bulldog for the 2024 season. But 2025 is a whole other story. Jon Ralph looks at what might play out.
Soldo, Dow, Goldstein? Which recruits make round 1 teams?
There was plenty of movement in the trade period but how many players in fresh colours make the starting lineup for their new teams come round 1 next year?
Inside the blow-up that got BZT-Duursma trade home
With Essendon and Port Adelaide still at loggerheads at 7pm on deadline day, someone needed to intervene. And they did, delivering a very blunt message. Go behind the scenes.
Trade ratings: McKay coup could be monumental for Dons
The Bombers were as active as anyone in the trade period, landing the biggest free agent fish in Ben McKay, but what rating does their moves get? See our trade ratings and have your say.
Inside the Graham Wright phone call that led to Ginnivan exit
Jack Ginnivan’s manager was assured Collingwood hadn’t spoken to rival clubs about the premiership star, but it was that chat that confirmed to him the forward’s future lay elsewhere.
Every deal: Final day frenzy shows trade will never be same again
The AFL trade period is now over, and in his last battle, Essendon’s Adrian Dodoro managed to steal the show again in a frantic final hour. See every deal that happened at the deadline.
Did Port throw away its future? List boss talks four-player plunge
The Power plunged and plunged hard to address their areas of need, but did it cost them their future, or is now the time to strike? Recap every big deal the Power made on deadline day.
One club’s trash: Why was trade period all fringe, no stars?
While the AFL trade period should have clubs throwing out huge offers for premier players, this year’s trade period showed once again it’s a copycat league as clubs hunt their own Bobby Hill.
Crows list boss on trade calls, Petty chase and draft plans
Justin Reid is satisfied with Adelaide’s trade period and will happily bank on internal growth in 2024 – and maybe a late move up this year’s draft order.
‘What a f***ing ride’: Ginni thanks Pies as Wright speaks on move
Despite suggestions from Jack Ginnivan’s camp that the forward was shopped by the Pies, Collingwood football manager Graham Wright says Ginnivan wanted out.
Crows’ Petty pursuit delayed, Himmelberg latest
Adelaide has missed out on bringing Harrison Petty to the club in this year’s trade period, but the door is open for another tilt at him next October. Plus more on Elliott Himmelberg here.
Trade news: Four-club deal, will Gunston get back to Hawks?
Paddy Dow and Nick Coffield have both been traded in a four-club deal, plus see how open the Lions are to trading Jack Gunston back to Hawthorn.
Port, Cats still working on Ratugolea trade
As the AFL trade deadline looms, Port Adelaide is still at odds with Essendon and Geelong over key deals – JAY CLARK and CHRIS CAVANAGH reveal the latest details.
Saint’s request sees Bombers close in on historic free agent haul
The Bombers already look to have landed Ben McKay and Todd Goldstein, but one more big name could be making their way to Essendon.
‘Best player I’ve ever been’: Ex-Crow on lookout for lifeline
Jackson Hately played just one game as the sub in season 2023 at AFL level, but he says it was the best year of his career form-wise. Can the delisted Crow find a new home?
Swans’ hardball Grundy play, set to swoop on key defender
Brodie Grundy couldn’t even get a spot as the sub in Melbourne’s semi-final loss, so the Swans won’t be paying overs. Plus a key defender is also expected to be on his way to Sydney.
Trade intel: Shiel’s revelation about role at Bombers
Dylan Shiel fell out of favour at the Bombers at the end of 2023, and the veteran midfielder appears to be taking it as a sign that his time at Essendon is over. Jon Ralph has the latest trade news.
Premiership Dee’s future ‘up in the air’
A contracted flag hero’s future is uncertain after Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin encouraged them to assess the market in the upcoming trade period.
‘All eyes’ on Suns: Dimma and co’s plan for off-season, pick 4
It’s the pick so many clubs want and the Suns are happy to trade. Here’s what Damien Hardwick can get out of selection four in the AFL draft plus everything else on Gold Coast’s radar right now.
The AFL’s age rule set to give North pick 3 for McKay
Essendon had been unsure its offer for Ben McKay would trigger first-round compensation and force North to give up the free agent without a fight. But there’s no need to worry anymore.
Trade state of play: Where Crows, Port sit on key deals
What pick would the Crows get for Tom Doedee? Is a Sun on his way to West Lakes? How does Port land all its targets? Here’s how trade period could play out for both SA clubs.
Veteran Roo declares rival as destination club
Todd Goldstein had already informed the Roos of his desire to play somewhere else in 2024, now the ageing ruck has declared where he wants to continue his career.
Will Zorko play on, young Lion weighs up rival offers
The future of two Brisbane midfielders remains up in the air, with a veteran waiting on a new deal and a young gun considering leaving the Lions. Here’s the latest.
Trade talk: Henry’s price, Fisher’s move and the race for Doedee
With the season officially done and dusted, trade talks are heating up. Get the latest news and whispers on Tom Doedee, Zac Fisher, Liam Henry, Ollie Wines, Dev Robertson and more.
Trade wrap: How one team ends up with three first round picks
The Suns pick 10 is on the table, and with a sweetened deal, one team could trade their way into three picks inside the top 14. Jon Ralph has the latest trade news.
Stunned reaction to St Kilda trade target
Questions marks have been raised over St Kilda’s reported pursuit of a veteran midfielder in a bid to toughen up in 2024.
Finals rival wins race for Dees free agent
A number of clubs were chasing Demons midfielder James Jordon, but the free agent told Melbourne of his preference on Thursday. Get all the details here.
Trade buzz: Real impact of AFL’s draft handout to North
Cats coach Chris Scott fumed at the AFL’s assistance package to North Melbourne on Monday, but has been more been made of it than what we will see on draft night?
Doedee, Soldo, Petty, McAdam: Where key trade deals are at
The big offers are coming for Tom Doedee – so what compo pick could the Crows get? Plus, the latest on Harrison Petty, Ivan Soldo, GWS’ search for a tall and more.
Promising Bomber requests trade to Victorian rival
A promising Bomber has requested a trade out of the club after being starved of opportunity at the back end of the 2023 season.
How two clubs can create a first-round draft pick out of thin air
As the AFL trade period heats up, St Kilda and Essendon have considered a trade-free agency heist never seen before. Here is how it could work.
Trade preview: Key issues Hawks must address
The silly season is almost here and there are plenty of questions to be answered at the Hawks, but where do they turn after missing out plenty of times? Jon Ralph previews the trade period.
Trade buzz: Hawks’ next move after missing out on McKay
They went hard at Ben McKay but ultimately missed out. Who else in on Hawthorn’s off-season radar. Get all the latest trade news here.
The club that could secure three of the drafts top five picks
Draft picks two, three and five is a full house for any AFL club, and it could be a reality to one team to bring in three future stars – or make a play for Harley Reid.
Trade intel: Likely Gresham compo pick as Dons move looms
Ben McKay and Jade Gresham? The Bombers are set to be big players in this year’s free agent market. But at what price will the Saints let their man go? Here’s the latest.
‘This is my home’: Watch Boak speak after exit meeting
Moments after his exit interview at Alberton, Travis Boak declared he still has the ‘fire in the belly’. But will he play on at the Power in 2024? Watch the video.
‘Not comfortable’: Scott weighs in on Cat’s trade request
Geelong big man Esava Ratugolea has requested a trade once again, and coach Chris Scott won’t be letting him go easy.
Trade latest: Are Dons about to get jumped for McKay?
With an offer of up to six years on the table, Essendon is the favourite to land free agent Ben McKay – but will his tour of a Victorian rival’s headquarters change things?
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