Shiel forgotten man in Bomber finals dream
It wasn’t long ago that Dylan Shiel was the recruit to take the Dons forward – amidst the rise to finals he has become a forgotten man, yet is poised to still fulfil that purpose.
Gary Buckenara
Dockers must force rivals to pay up in Cerra trade
What should Fremantle demand in return for future A-grader Adam Cerra? Gary Buckenara looks at how the deal should play out and where the Dockers are at.
Saints pay for horror trade strike rate
St Kilda has traded in more than a dozen players in recent seasons but expert Gary Buckenara says only four have added value to the list. Where do they go from here?
Trade targets: Who’s next in Gold Coast feeding frenzy
Gold Coast will always struggle to retain its young stars and rival clubs are already working on a shopping list for next year. Gary Buckenara rates the Suns’ list.
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Buckenara: Dees have only one A-grader
Melbourne is a team full of B-graders with only one player in the elite category, according to list guru Gary Buckenara. He reveals what the Demons must do to improve their squad in his expert analysis.
Swans pick No.22 for Ben Brown: who says no?
Out-of-favour North Melbourne key forward Ben Brown might have had a disappointing season, but is a fresh start in Sydney just what the doctor ordered? Gary Buckenara explains why the Swans and Brown could be a match made in heaven.
Buckenara: Cats must pay up in trade for Higgins
Shaun Higgins looks set to depart North Melbourne but the Kangaroos should drive a hard bargain on a player who is still an A-grader. List expert Gary Buckenara analyses the Kangaroos’ list.
Buckenara: Suns should launch bid for De Goey
Jordan De Goey is looking for more money and Gold Coast should come knocking with a big contract to entice him to the club. List guru Gary Buckenara on what he’d offer and why he’d be a good fit at the Suns. Read his full list analysis.
The Hawk and Roo who should be on Dockers’ trade radar
It’s time for Fremantle to stop recruiting cast offs from rival clubs. The Dockers must identify definite best 22 players and go after them. List guru Gary Buckenara has two big names in mind who would make a huge impact.
Buckenara: How Pies can get Gunston in trade
Collingwood is interested in securing best and fairest winner Jack Gunston but should the Hawks trade him? Ex-Hawthorn recruiter Gary Buckenara on the trade deal that would get it done.
Buckenara: What Daniher, Saad departures mean for Dons
Essendon’s list is in big trouble and the departures of Adam Saad and Joe Daniher will only make things worse. So what do they do? List guru Gary Buckenara on what Carlton must give up in a trade for Saad plus who can replace Daniher?
Revealed: Why Crows shouldn’t chase linked Pie
AFL recruiting guru Gary Buckenara says Adelaide is facing the possibility of five seasons without finals and while a Collingwood defender has been linked to a move, it wouldn’t be a wise trade for the Crows. Read his full list analysis.
Buckenara names Victoria’s top footy schools
AFL champions Matthew Lloyd and Cameron Ling are working for school footy programs as competition heats up between Victoria’s top footy schoools. But which are the best — and do any guarantee AFL draft success?
Buckenara: How we can fix huge VFL pathway problem
The VFL competition as it stands is broken for three key reasons, including the fact it discriminates against certain players. Recruiting expert Gary Buckenara reveals why and how the AFL can fix it and solve a major pathway problem.
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