‘Such a warrior’: Oliver’s selfless role praised
A Melbourne teammate has lifted the lid on how Clayton Oliver’s finger injury impacted his performances in recent weeks.
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Family fears for ‘scapegoat’ Smith facing multi-year ban
With Demon Joel Smith facing a multi-year ban after testing positive to cocaine post-game in 2023, his father Shaun says Smith could be the fall guy to cover up rampant drug use in the AFL.
‘Need to do better’: Dees star tackles taggers
Melbourne superstar Christian Petracca isn’t satisfied with one area of his game despite a hot start to the season.
Buyer beware? What Petty’s form drop means for Crows’ mega-deal
The Adelaide Crows went hard for Demon Harrison Petty in the off-season with plenty of draft capital in hand. They’ll come again at the end of 2024, but will they be offering as much?
Could accidental forward ‘Disco’ be the answer to Dees woes?
Until two weeks ago, Daniel ‘Disco’ Turner hadn’t played forward since his junior days in Albury. Now, with three Anzac eve goals to his name, could he help solve the Dees forward disconnect?
Dees footy boss backs drug code changes to help players like Balic
Alan Richardson has dealt with hundreds of players over many roles at seven clubs. He would welcome changes to the AFL’s drug policy to allow clubs to intervene to help players.
Three SuperCoach takeaways from Gawn’s Anzac-Eve monster
Melbourne superstar Max Gawn has led his side to yet another Anzac Eve victory over Richmond. See the takeaways and relive the updates here.
Dees prove too strong for outgunned Tigers
It was a tight opening half, but Melbourne were too good in the end for an inexperienced Richmond side.
‘Smile on his face’: Demon star over issue
Clayton Oliver copped it for his form before Melbourne’s bye but a finger operation has resolved all of his issues.
‘Enormous respect’ in new AFL rivalry
First-year coach Adem Yze says his knowledge of the Demons can help take them down on Anzac Day Eve but admits injuries have “taken a toll”.
Dees’ Caulfield migration far removed from next vital step
The plans for Melbourne to call Caulfield racecourse its new home remain in motion, yet the next phase appears no closer according to a letter released to members by the club.
Grundy 200: How Swans ruckman stacks up against best
Brodie Grundy has been one of the dominant — and most successful — ruckmen of the modern era. Ahead of his 200th AFL game, he reflects with LACHLAN MCKIRDY.
Trade buzz: Blues to pay high price for father-son jets
The draft range of Carlton father-son prospects Ben and Lucas Campeoreale is becoming clearer, with the Blues set to pay a high price for at least one of the gifted twins.
Why Dees need Petty to stay in ‘barren’ forward line
The Demons were blown out of the water on Thursday night by the Lions, but they can’t panic and throw Harrison Petty into the backline.
AFL leave Lions to deal with ‘crybaby’ incident
The AFL has made it clear that Noah Answerth’s unnecessary sledge of Harrison Petty is not a good look for the club, but will leave the Lions to deal with the incident that took the shine away from their huge win.
Goodwin concedes Demons were exposed on dirty night at the ‘G
22 points isn’t usually a drubbing but Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has conceded his team was “punished” by the rampaging Lions for most of Thursday night’s match at the MCG.
Rampant Lions end Dees’ winning streak
After a slow start to the season, the Lions have secured their second-straight win, beating the Demons 82-60 in Lachie Neale’s 250th game.
SuperCoach alert: Dees stars to plummet after horror night
Max Gawn aside, it wasn’t a good night for Melbourne – on the scoreboard and in SuperCoach. But there could be a silver lining. Recap all the action and see the standouts here.
AFL feud roars back after ‘crybaby’ sledge
The simmering feud between Brisbane and Melbourne players has been reignited after an ugly act by Lion Noah Answerth.
‘We got exposed’: Dees’ humbling admission
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin had strong thoughts about why the Demons were blown away by Brisbane on the big stage.
Knives out for struggling Demon midfielder
The prominent Melbourne midfielder seemed to have turned the corner, but he was back under intense scrutiny at the MCG.
‘Appetite to learn’: Pickett can improve, says coach
There are two key areas Melbourne wants a star forward to focus on after he was handed his third suspension in one year.
AFL Live: Crows leave charge too late as Petracca dominates
Adelaide’s left its charge too late against Melbourne and now faces an uphill battle to save its season. Relive all the action plus live SuperCoach scores here.
‘Pretty light’: Pickett suspended despite coach defence
Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett will spend another week on the sidelines due to suspension after the MRO ruled on a Thursday night incident.
‘Smoked ‘em’: May finally reveals true intention of Pies burn
Steven May made headlines for his comments about Collingwood at Melbourne’s 2023 best and fairest, but following the Demons win over Adelaide he explained what he was trying to say in the moment.
Staggering detail of star’s cocaine accusation
Further details have emerged in the shock cocaine trafficking accusations made against Melbourne Demons star Joel Smith.
AFL star accused of cocaine trafficking
Melbourne Demons star Joel Smith’s drug probe has taken a dramatic twist after anti-doping investigators made a shock new allegation.
Dees-Tigers match sim: See all the CBA data
We’ve got all the data on centre bounce attendances for the opening practice match of the season. See how much time Petracca, Pickett, Bolton and more spent at the bounce here.
Oliver named in Demons pre-season squad — with a catch
After an interrupted pre-season, Clayton Oliver will suit up against the Tigers on Sunday in a match simulation — but not where you would expect.
Hawks rush VFL intercept king onto senior list as injuries mount
Hawthorn has turned to one of the VFL’s best defenders to plug a hole in its defence after losing fullback James Blanck to an ACL injury.
Dees turn to Petracca to help fix forward crisis
With Melbourne’s forward-line injuries mounting before the opening round, the Demons have thrown Christian Petracca into attack to try and plug the holes.
Demons excited by Oliver’s training exploits
One of Melbourne’s leaders says Clayton Oliver’s return to main training has lifted spirits at the club as the players head on another camp.
Plan B: Where will Dees turn if Gawn disaster strikes?
After its failed Brodie Grundy experiment, Melbourne has risked being exposed with Max Gawn as its only senior ruckman. Who will be the Dees’ No.2?
Player ratings: What Clayton Oliver has to prove in 2024
It’s been a turbulent 12 months for Clayton Oliver, but with the season ahead, can he turn it all around on the field? GLENN MCFARLANE and JON RALPH rate every Demon.
Dees board war to rage on as peace talks collapse
There were hopes private talks between four Melbourne board members and former president Glen Bartlett would end a long-running stoush – but there’s been a “frustrating” setback.
Robbo: The complexities of ‘Clayton’s World’
There are few people who understand the true extent of Clayton Oliver’s mental health issues. As MARK ROBINSON writes, Oliver’s world is a complex one which has left his AFL career in jeopardy.
Back on track: Oliver makes Demons return
After a self-imposed absence, Demons star Clayton Oliver has returned to Melbourne training, joining teammates in a bid to play in the opening round of the season.
Pictures: Oliver trains like a demon in solo session
Troubled Melbourne star Clayton Oliver has continued to train strongly in the January heat, despite still working away from his Melbourne Demon teammates. See the exclusive pictures.
Dee-lemma: Have Melbourne’s forward woes gotten worse?
One of the key questions heading into 2024 is whether Melbourne can score more to get back to flag contention. But injuries could have them in a worse spot than they were four months ago.
Dees recruit facing ‘several months’ on sidelines
The Demons are preparing to lose one of their new recruits to a serious hamstring injury suffered at training. Plus more from Melbourne match simulation here.
Dee slip causes worry as Hunter steps up running
A clumsy fall from a Melbourne big man caused some concern as a bunch of injured Demons trained well on a wet Wednesday. Here’s what went down.
Dees’ pre-season from hell takes further blow
Melbourne’s pre-season has been clouded with disappointment, and the hits are still coming for the club with another one of their guns under a fitness cloud.
Oliver future unclear as Demons provide pre-season update
Melbourne’s pre-season restarts today after the new year break but it will be without star Clayton Oliver who remains on extended leave – with no return date set.
AFL star facing monster two-year ban
A Melbourne Demons star who late last year tested positive for cocaine has learned his potential fate – and intends to fight against it.
Demons bombshell: Smith faces two-year ban for cocaine
Melbourne footballer Joel Smith is expected to fight a bombshell finding that could leave his career in jeopardy as he faces a big suspension for taking cocaine.
Star leaves golfer a bloody mess in ugly scene
Demons midfielder Angus Brayshaw has left a golfer with blood streaming down his face at Royal Melbourne Golf Club.
Tigers spearhead provides fitness update in race to Round 1
Richmond star Tom Lynch has stepped up his injury recovery as he gets set to tick off a milestone next week. And Melbourne’s latest on Clayton Oliver.
Dees best 23: Where does ex-Saint fit in Melbourne’s flag equation?
Melbourne snared both Shane McAdam and Jack Billings in the trade period, but are they walk-up starters in 2024? Lauren Wood previews Melbourne’s season.
Key Dee’s big concession over straight-sets finals exits
Christian Salem admits his side’s past two finals efforts have been bitterly disappointing, but says the Dees will continue to put themselves in the thick of the race until they get it right.
Inside story: How Demons are sowing seeds of change
They’ve heard all the rumours and know they’re under siege from the outside – but what’s it like on the inside for Melbourne players? Go behind the scenes of the Lorne training camp.
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