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Glenn McFarlane has been a sports writer for the Herald Sun for more than 30 years (including 11 years as sports editor of the Sunday Herald Sun) and now CODE Sports. An award-winning journalist and co-host of successful podcast series Sacked, he remains one of the most trusted and respected voices across a range of sports, including AFL football and racing. He loves all aspects of the craft, including agenda-setting projects, hard-breaking news and long-form features.

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MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. April 13, 2024. AFL. Round 5. Carlton vs Adelaide at Marvel Stadium. Mark Keane of the Crows . Pic: Michael Klein

Moneyball: Crows put dent in Pies’ plans to poach key defender

The Pies have been hopeful of poaching Mark Keane away from the Crows in order to make the move to Melbourne, but it may not be as straightforward as they first thought.

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Finals are back the MCG. Football legend Ron Barassi is looking forward for his beloved Melbourne Demons to take home the 2022 Premiership Cup. Ron holds the 2022 AFL Premiership Cup on the MCG. Picture: David Caird

‘Perfect fit’: AFL confirms plans to honour legendary Barassi forever

Ron Barassi’s iconic career has added another layer of greatness, even after his passing, with the AFL confirming the legend will be honoured every grand final day from here on.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 30: Sam Walsh of the Blues celebrates a goal during the 2024 AFL Round 16 match between the Richmond Tigers and the Carlton Blues at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 30, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘F*** yeah, we are in’: Walsh goes inside Blues camp after Saints loss

Carlton left their fate in the hands of Port Adelaide, who luckily came through for them, as Sam Walsh gives an inside look into the rooms afterwards. Plus, an update on some key Blues.

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PERTH - APRIL 09: Christian Petracca of the Demons responds to the crowd after kicking a goal during the 2023 AFL Round 04 match between the West Coast Eagles and the Melbourne Demons at Optus Stadium on April 9, 2023 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Carson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Not leaving: Trac’s stunning trade backflip

Melbourne fans can breathe easier tonight after Christian Petracca allayed fears he would leave the club. GLENN McFARLANE has the details.

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MELBOURNE, July 14, 2024: 2024 AFL Football Round 18 - AFL Richmond V GWS Giants at the MCG. Kevin Sheedy. Picture: Mark Stewart

‘I’m feeling good’: Sheeds back in Victoria after holiday health scare

AFL legend Kevin Sheedy says he’s “feeling good” after being hospitalised with a mystery illness while holidaying in Queensland.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 27: Adam Treloar of the Bulldogs trains during a Western Bulldogs AFL training session at Whitten Oval on August 27, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Finals latest: Treloar confident – but Day racing the clock

The Bulldogs and Hawks will be preparing for a blockbuster final this time next week – but will Adam Treloar and Will Day be there? Here’s the latest injury news.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 24: Jack Graham of the Tigers celebrates a goal during the round 24 AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Gold Coast Suns at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 24, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

The complication holding up another Tiger exit

Shai Bolton, Daniel Rioli and Liam Baker have all officially requested trades out of Punt Rd. But Richmond is a still a chance to hold onto free agent Jack Graham – here’s why.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 16: Max Gawn of the Demons is congratulated by Clayton Oliver after kicking a goal during the round five AFL match between the Melbourne Demons and the Greater Western Sydney Giants at Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 16, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Gawn reveals plan to get Oliver back to AA form

Max Gawn has revealed a new reason behind Clayton Oliver’s early-season form slump, and the plan to get the four-time best and fairest winner back to his best.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 03: Jeff Browne and Craig Kelly pose for a photo before the 2024 AFL Gather Round Welcome Dinner Event at Glenelg Foreshore on April 03, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Leading candidate emerges in Pies’ Browne succession plan

Jeff Browne could step down as Collingwood president in the next 12 months as part of a succession plan, with a likely replacement already earmarked for one of footy’s top jobs.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MAY 24: Joe Richards of the Magpies celebrates a goal during the round 11 AFL match between Walyalup (the Fremantle Dockers) and Collingwood Magpies at Optus Stadium, on May 24, 2024, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Trade buzz: Pie eyes opportunity, Cat keen on move, Daniel latest

Silly season is drawing closer and there are plenty of players with futures up in the air. Get the latest trade news from GLENN McFARLANE and JOSH BARNES here.

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