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Chris Cavanagh is a reporter for News Corp’s network AFL team and CODE Sports. Chris is based in Melbourne.

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Contract state of play: Stars your club needs to sign

Who is in the last year of their contract in 2023? We look at the players and coaches your club needs to sign, and those on their last legs. SEE THE FULL LIST.

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Zac Merrett and Jake Stringer at Essendon training at the Hanger, Tullamarine. Picture: Andrew Henshaw

Track watch: Bombers star firming as likely next skipper

Pre-season is heating up at Tullamarine as the Bombers prepare for season 2023 and it appears one big name looks to be the favourite to replace Dyson Heppell as skipper. Get the latest pre-season news here.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JULY 10: Lewis Young of the Blues looks on while warming up during the round 17 AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and the Carlton Blues at Optus Stadium on July 10, 2022 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Blues give update after injury scare, Dees debut looms

The Blues were decimated by setbacks last year, but there is some positive news on the injury front for a defender. Plus, a Demons youngster is in the box seat for a debut.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 21: Tarryn Thomas of the Kangaroos is tackled by Will Phillips of the Kangaroos during a North Melbourne Kangaroos training session at Arden Street Oval on November 21, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Track watch: Charged Roo poised for return, new captains

Kangaroos midfielder Tarryn Thomas is expected to make an appearance at training after being charged over an alleged revenge porn threat. But some other big names are still missing.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 16: Nick Daicos of the Magpies during the 2022 AFL Round 18 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Collingwood Magpies at the Adelaide Oval on July 16, 2022 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The Daicos switch that will take Pies to another level

Nick Daicos was a revelation for the resurgent Pies across half back last season, but could a positional move take him – and his team – to the next level?

Draft news

MELBOURNE . 14/12/2022. AFL. Essendon training at the Hangar, Tullamarine. Elijah Tsatas wrestles with Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti during todays session . Picture by Michael Klein

Why Bombers are masters of their own draft destiny

The Bombers had a 2022 from hell and haven’t won final since 2004, but, with a top five pick from last year and a strong 2023 draft hand, they are masters of their own destiny.

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Snubbed 2022 draftees auditioning for AFL chance

A number of overlooked draft prospects from last year are back in the frame to join AFL lists. Find out who is back in the frame.

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Adam Kingsley during the GWS Giants pre-season training on 7th December 2022. Photo by Phil Hillyard(Image Supplied for Editorial Use only - **NO ON SALES** - Â©Phil Hillyard )

Club official slapped with drug charge after ‘serious error’

An official at the GWS Giants has been charged after police busted him buying illegal drugs, with the club denouncing his actions.

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Where injured Saints are at ahead of 2023 return

St Kilda has a host of important players returning from 2022 injuries. See where they are at and get the latest news from the Saints’ pre-season.

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GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 20: Mac Andrew poses during a portrait seesion at Metricon Stadium on April 20, 2022 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

Sun suspended after drink driving charge

Gold Coast has suspended former first round pick Mac Andrew for two matches after he was charged with drink driving last month.

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