Blow for Grundy on finals eve
Several players on the fringe of senior selection for Melbourne, including big man Brodie Grundy, won’t be able to force their way in via the VFL this weekend.
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Doing it without Daisy: Dees skipper on new AFLW era
Melbourne has never started a season as reigning AFL Women’s premiers, or without Daisy Pearce. But new skipper Kate Hore is confident the Demons still have what it takes.
Locked in: Power hold on to high-flyer
The Power have locked away one of the most important pieces of their future, giving the club a big boost before they head to Brisbane to take on the Lions.
Predicted teams: Solving big finals selection dilemmas
Will Melbourne turn to Brodie Grundy, does Tom Jonas survive and who will make way for Carlton’s returning stars? See how every finalist could look.
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AFLX-odus: Another star pulls out
Melbourne forward Tom McDonald is the latest star to withdraw from AFLX as the key forward goes under the knife. But one Giant is looking forward to playing alongside one of his idols.
Bomber retires on eve of season
Essendon youngster Luke Lavender has retired from AFL football on the eve of the season with the Bombers now likely to have a list spot open for a Michael Gibbons-style rookie pick. SEE EVERY CLUB’S LIST CHANGES
Surgery for key Pie, young Demon tears ACL
Collingwood gun Will Hoskin-Elliott could face a delayed start to the season after being booked in for leg surgery, with the Magpies unsure when he’ll be back training. Meanwhile, Melbourne draftee Aaron Nietschke requires a knee reconstruction.
Pre-season mail: Axed Saint now Tigers’ Round 1 bolter
Richmond’s surprise move to sign delisted St Kilda forward Mav Weller could pay off as early as Round 1 against Carlton according the pre-season track watchers. Who’s fit, who’s hurt and who’s training the house down at your club?
The draft: Deadly No.1 pick built for AFLX
AFLX teams have been locked in after team captains completed the draft. Eddie Betts’ first pick was a surprise on face value, but the star Crows’ forward says the No.1 had “the best GPS numbers in the game”. FULL TEAM LISTS
Mock draft: Our experts pick their AFLX teams
The stars will be coming out to play AFLX but which ones are still anyone’s guess. Our experts select their squads for the revamped four-team extravaganza.
Buckley, Goodwin set for new deals
It seems like only yesterday Nathan Buckley was on the verge of being sacked by Collingwood but now the Magpies coach is set for a new contract before Round 1, while Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin is also set to ink a new deal.
Fasolo, Wines add to weird injury history
AFL pre-season can be a dangerous time for players … on and off the field. Now Alex Fasolo and Ollie Wines have joined a rich history of players injuring themselves in bizarre ways.
50 reasons to get excited about season 2019
The tennis is over and that means the AFL season is on its way. JON RALPH takes a look at what’s to come this season and what we can’t wait to see.
Who are your club’s ruck hopes?
Ruckmen are back to being exactly that and the new rules will mean some big men should dominate this year and others could struggle.
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