Three SuperCoach takeaways from Thursday night classic
Melbourne makes a late comeback, led by Christian Petracca, but Carlton holds in another epic contest. Here are three SuperCoach takeaways from the contest and a recap of the action.
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Blues lock away defender before gritty Dees clash
Carlton has secured the signature of an important defender as a fellow backman looks set to return against Melbourne.
Analysis: Glaring issue Voss must address to save ‘boring’ Blues
Carlton pride themselves on their fast accurate ball movement but on Friday night in losing to Collingwood, they were anything but. CHRIS CAVANAGH has a look at what the Blues need to address.
‘Silly act’ leaves Pie recruit facing AFL ban
Collingwood’s Lachie Schultz will face scrutiny from the Match Review Officer over a bizarre snap during Friday night’s clash.
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Attention SuperCoaches: Why you must consider this Sun
Looking for a gun rookie to make some quick cash? According to an AFL star, this top-10 pick looks like they could ‘run out there today as a first-year player’ and looms as a Round 1 selection.
Who gets squeezed out of fit Blues’ best 23?
The Blues have done an outstanding job of building a squad good enough to contend, but who makes the cut should they avoid the injuries that hampered them in 2022? Find out who’s in the mix here.
Blues favourite celebrates baby joy after cancer battle
Carlton star Sam Docherty and wife Natalie have been inundated with congratulations after welcoming their first child into the world.
No time-line for Walsh but at least he’s ‘moving’ again
The Blues were dealt a massive blow in the week before Christmas with Sam Walsh receiving back surgery, but the star midfielder is confident of making a full return in 2023.
Massive injury blow for Carlton star
Carlton has announced miserable news with one of its biggest stars going under the knife after the club elected to bite the bullet.
Huge injury blow for Carlton
Surgery to address a back injury has ruled a Carlton star out of the first month of the 2023 season.
TAB’s strength of schedule: Bookie’s fixture rating formula
From the moment the AFL fixture came out, the TAB traders went to work. Find out how they calculated their 2023 markets and who they think is overvalued and undervalued.
Spicy trade drama among best games of 2023
The full 2023 AFL fixture is here and some clear winners and losers have emerged. There are also plenty of grudge matches to look forward to.
Which kids can help take Blues to next level?
Carlton’s list looks strong on paper but after missing the finals in agonising fashion, which players have the biggest upside to end the Blues’ top eight drought?
Carlton list analysis: Every Blue’s contract status
Carlton took a step forward this year under new coach Michael Voss but can this playing group take the Blues to the promised land?
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