Trade news: Tug of war for injured Bomber
MONEYBALL: Rookie ruckman Sam Draper is yet to play a senior game but the Bombers may need to improve their offer to keep him. Plus news on Ben Reid, Scott Thompson and more.
Fremantle
TIPS: Is picking Blues to beat Dees genius or foolhardy?
Only five of our tipsters think the Blues can knock Melbourne over — even with the inspiring win in WA last week, a question mark over Max Gawn and the fact they’re separated on the ladder by just one win.
Could Docker help broker Kelly deal?
Could Brad Hill be on the move and maybe even be part of a Tim Kelly trade? Plus new rules means an extra 50 free agents, and why Brandon Ellis will need to play for less at Richmond. SEE THE FULL FREE AGENCY LIST
Barometer: Curnow out, Cripps to face fitness test
Carlton could be without two of its stars this weekend with Charlie Curnow to miss up to a month and Patrick Cripps yet to prove his fitness for Sunday’s clash with Melbourne. AFL INJURY NEWS
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Buckenara: Dons hold O’Meara upper hand
ESSENDON can play hard ball with Gold Coast over Jaeger O’Meara, Tom Mitchell is a perfect fit for Hawthorn and the Tigers need a ruckman. Replay former Hawks recruiter Gary Buckenara’s live chat.
Pendlebury, Neale miss AA side
JOEL Selwood has been named All-Australian captain for the third time in a team dominated by Sydney Swans. But like every year, there were a few shocks. HAVE YOUR SAY
Victorian clubs sound out Barlow
FREMANTLE ball magnet Michael Barlow will meet with Dockers officials next week to thrash out his future amid interest from “a handful” of other clubs.
Woosha’s Eagle eye on western warriors
ESSENDON coach John Worsfold is planning a raid on West Australian clubs with out-of-favour Eagles Eric Mackenzie and Mitch Brown firmly in his sights.
Ballantyne could join Cats in player swap
GEELONG has emerged as a surprise suitor for Fremantle livewire Hayden Ballantyne, and a straight swap for a Cats forward could get the deal done.
Barometer: Saints lose two stars
UPDATE: ST KILDA’S hopes against Richmond have taken a hit with two key players ruled out through injury, while Collingwood puts more players in cotton wool. LATEST INJURY AND SELECTION NEWS
Who is your club’s swing man?
GEELONG threw Harry Taylor and Lachie Henderson forward against Richmond and won the game, so why don’t more teams try it? Who could be your club’s swing man?
Freo under fire: Is Fyfe out the door?
COULD the turmoil at Fremantle cost the club its biggest star? The SuperFooty Podcast boys say yes and a club about to win the wooden spoon could have the ace in the pack to land him.
AFL teams: Has Cloke played last game for Pies?
TRAVIS Cloke has been dropped for the third time this season and he’s not the only big name out at Collingwood. But stars are back for Hawks, Demons and Suns. FULL SQUADS
Barometer: Stratton in race for finals
UPDATE: Hawthorn defender Ben Stratton is racing the clock to be fit for finals due to a pectoral injury. Every club’s playing stocks reviewed.
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