Geelong connection, mega trade: Inside Cats’ quest to secure Smith
Geelong’s attempts to lure Bailey Smith began well before this season. The Cats’ list boss Andrew Mackie sheds light on how it unfolded and the drama of deadline day.
Trade HQ
Trade grades: How Eagles flunked Barrass, Baker deals
West Coast fans were livid with their club’s efforts at the trade table – and rightly so, writes JOSH BARNES, with the Eagles fleeced. See every trade graded.
Draft vs talent: Will Pies or Blues’ philosophy be proven right?
Arch rivals Carlton and Collingwood have adopted different strategies in their search for their next premiership. Which path will prove successful? JON RALPH examines the question.
How Smith steal turbocharges Cats’ flag pursuit
Bailey Smith isn’t perfect, but he is just what the Cats need as they vie for a premiership. And they got him cheap as chips. See what his inclusion means and their possible round 1 side.
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Saints cool on Soldo as Lions eye Daniher replacement
Jack Macrae is still coming, but Ivan Soldo might not be. JON RALPH has the latest on the Saints’ targets, as well as who the Lions might be eyeing to replace the retired Joe Daniher.
‘Smart business’: Why did Essendon trade away pick 9?
Essendon just gave up a top-10 draft pick for a host of late and future selections. What are the Bombers up to – and how does a teenage goalsneak fit into their plans? Find out here.
Clubs in tight tusstle for Bombers’ pick 9
North Melbourne has made a play for Essendon’s pick 9 in an attempt to bring Dan Houston to the club, but JON RALPH reports another club is set to swoop as the Bombers brace for an early bid on Isaac Kako.
Revealed: Roos’ shock play for premiership Pie
North Melbourne is desperate for more experience on its list, and while chasing Luke Parker, Jack Darling and Caleb Daniel, JAY CLARK reveals they also made a bold play for a Premiership pie.
Perryman, Neal-Bullen, Baker? The trend taking over AFL trade period
It’s usually a throwaway line in a club press release after a deal is done. The story of a player going back to his childhood club. Now, it’s no longer something to scoff at.
Trade state of play: Verdict on 18 key names
After a slow first week of trading, a huge list of names are still working to find a new home. Get the latest on Dan Houston, Clayton Oliver, Liam Baker and plenty more.
Cats, Dogs at odds as hefty Smith asking price revealed
The Western Bulldogs have refused Geelong’s offer of pick 17 for Bailey Smith. Now what they are really after can be revealed. Plus the latest on Jake Stringer’s move away from Essendon.
Blues eye Walsh’s cousin amid audacious pick-three play
Carlton has made an audacious play to land West Coast’s pick three in a trade. JAY CLARK reveals the Blues’ bold move comes as they eye Sam Walsh’s cousin to bolster their midfield at the draft.
Dees hit back at latest Oliver exit rumour
Melbourne has hit back at reports Clayton Oliver packed his bags and left the club on a day where a shock trade threw several moves into jeopardy. See all the news from day five here.
Key pillar of Pies’ Houston pursuit ‘at risk of being gatecrashed’
One of Dan Houston’s suitors has conceded trade talks have become ‘complicated and messy’, with the All-Australian defender yet to nominate his preferred club.
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