How megatrade will affect each club
WHICH club has come out on top from the megadeal that set the trade period alight on the final day? JON RALPH takes a look at how each club will be affected and who will get the biggest sugar rush.
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Beams a perfect fit no matter the cost
THE prevailing view is the Dayne Beams deal will get done and Collingwood has a priceless opportunity to get the quick-fix star and build for the future, writes JON RALPH.
Dockers’ hardline trade stance a lose-lose
FREMANTLE feels particularly aggrieved about being painted as the new Essendon of trade week but if the Dockers are unable to secure Jesse Hogan, it could have dire consequences for the club’s future.
Did Blues pay overs for McGovern?
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