It was the knee draining that felt like it would never end. Nearly two full syringes later, Corey McKernan’s premiership dream looked shot. But finals are all about playing hurt. See how the eventual flag hero did it.
Phil Carmen, who boasted sublime skill and toughess, tells Dermott Brereton the reason he headbutted an umpire and why he’s a bit embarrassed by his career.
Former and current AFL greats have lauded “monster” Patrick Cripps after the midfield beast claimed the AFLPA MVP award. And it wasn’t the Blues’ only gong as players voted for their peers. SEE THE WINNERS
He’s already nabbed an All-Australian blazer and key Lion Harris Andrews’ golden week was further boosted with the young Brisbane defender named captain of the AFLPA 22Under22 team.
WATCH: DREW Petrie has no problems kicking goals but ask him to call Arnold Schwarzenegger and he goes to water. ROOS IN ULTIMATE PRANK
CARLTON has upgraded Irish rookie Ciaran Byrne to the senior list. This ridiculous goal might be the reason why. WHO HAS YOUR CLUB PROMOTED?
A DOMINANT premiership quarter saw the reigning premiers Hawthorn run away with a 45-point victory over North Melbourne in their final pre-season hitout.
EVERY SCORE: HAWKS star Sam Mitchell was unstoppable amassing a staggering 45 disposals against the Roos, while Adam Treloar led the Pies to a stunning victory.
MELBOURNE ruckman Max Gawn said living up to All-Australian tap king Todd Goldstein has given ruckmen a whole new standard to live up to.
NORTH Melbourne enjoyed an even spread of contributors in its 44-point win over St Kilda, while several Swans racked up massive scores in their 21-point victory over Port.
THE decision to find Majak Daw not guilty of rape paves the way for North Melbourne to retain him on their list. But the question still remains: can he play?
AS HAWTHORN recruiter he picked Lance Franklin, now Gary Buckenara says Collingwood pulled the biggest draft surprise and Hawks got a steal. RECAP BUCKY’S LIVE CHAT
HOW did your club fare on draft night? Sam Landsberger casts his eye over every clubs draft haul.
WHO will your team get? Our expert Sam Landsberger predicts how the top 30 of the national draft will play out. RECAP SAM’S DRAFT CHAT
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