Revealed: Dons, Suns hold power in AFL trading’s new era
Critics of Essendon’s pick nine trade with Melbourne — prepare to eat humble pie. As JOSH BARNES reports, the Bombers are set to wield a powerful hand in 2025. And, they’re not alone.
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Broke playing AFL: The day Mal Michael almost quit Pies
The average AFL wage is more than $400,000 — but footy wasn’t always so glamorous. Mal Michael tells the SACKED podcast about living on $250 a week and the meeting which stopped him quitting football.
‘Absolute blunder’: Essendon’s ‘staggering’ draft move smashed
The Bombers had a relatively quiet trade period by their standards, instead focusing on Isaac Kako. But after securing the small forward, their method has been whacked by a draft expert.
Track watch: Beefed-up Martin sets standard for Dons
Essendon’s new mantra was clear during an early pre-season session on Friday. JOSH BARNES brings you all the key track notes from Tullamarine.
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Stringer activates secret clause as Dons make call on Laverde
Jake Stringer has activated a secret clause in his contract to extend his time at Essendon – unless the Dons decide to trade him, while they’ve also made a call on defender Jayden Laverde.
Stringer under fire as Bombers face period of key list decisions
Brad Scott said the Dons needed to improve its list across the board after another disappointing season, and all eyes will be on one of their marquee stars after he was lashed by an AFL great.
Lions lock in home final but huge questions linger
Brisbane Lions will have to take the long road in this year’s AFL finals — but their quest for glory will start at the Gabba after sealing a home elimination final despite an unconvincing win over Essendon.
Matter of opinion about Brisbane’s ‘Big Joe’
Brisbane Lions star Joe Daniher wants to be remembered as someone his teammates “loved playing” alongside.
Robbo v Barham: Unity, division and expectation at Essendon
Essendon’s past two seasons have been near-identical and not in a good way, but president David Barham knows the future is bright at the Bombers. Barham goes one-on-one with Mark Robinson.
Reason Lions veteran will go around again
A Brisbane Lions great refuses to give up on his premiership goal after signing a new deal with the club.
Bombers flip to give champ farewell game
Essendon coach Brad Scott copped some flak for not picking his retiring former captain in what was the Bombers’ final game in Melbourne for the season.
Scott loses top lieutenant in blow to Bombers’ build
He made his name in red and black, went for the coaching job when Ben Rutten left, and his son is a chance to don the sash come November – but Blake Caracella has informed the club he’ll depart.
Area faltering Lions must improve
The sliding Brisbane Lions are seeking to regain their mental edge before it’s too late.
Bombers denied VFL look at top draft prospect
Essendon is guaranteed access to Next Generation Academy prospect Isaac Kako, but was robbed of the chance to see him in action at VFL level on the weekend.
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