‘Shambles’: AFL club shredded over trade lie
The Melbourne Demons have been slammed for their handling of trade rumours, with ex-players labelling the club a “shambles”.
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Trading places? How the biggest AFL deals will get done
Almost every AFL club is poised to get busy this trade period. See who your club is looking at, who they should be chasing and how they will get their deals done in our ultimate guide.
Lucky 13? How Suns can unlock Trade Period — again
Gold Coast holds the keys to another AFL Trade Period as the opening day of official dealing approaches, with its first-round pick set to shape the fates of several clubs — and key players.
Demons make huge call on Clayton Oliver
The Melbourne Demons have made a massive decision on wantaway star Clayton Oliver as the Geelong circle the gun midfielder.
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Rucking hell for Demons as Darcy, Jackson dominate
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Crucial Gawn update ahead of revenge match
Melbourne won without captain Max Gawn last weekend, but heading to Perth on a revenge mission the club is sweating on his return from injury.
‘Ablett-esque’: Allen Jakovich’s brilliant last stand
It is the 30th anniversary of outrageous shooting star Allen Jakovich’s final game in the red and blue. SHANNON GILL speaks to his old coach Neil Balme about the enigma, the memories and the legacy of ‘Jako’.
Era over? Eight reasons Demons’ critics have it wrong
Many wondered if Melbourne would be a spent force without Max Gawn and Christian Petracca. As JON RALPH writes, the last month has shown the Demons are anything but.
Back for good: Melksham desperate to carry on after injury
Having returned without a lead in game, Jake Melksham is keen to stick around for good at Melbourne. He opens up on his knee rehab and contract status.
Bombers of old not up for the fight with battle hardened Dees
Toughness and smarts have been question marks at Essendon for the best past of two decades – and Saturday night didn’t answer any of those queries, writes JOSH BARNES.
‘Every option available’ as Gawn pushes for return
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin gave an update on the Demons’ superstar captain with finals now firmly in their sights.
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