Tips: Cats win is going to be fun
Most tipsters think it’ll be a case of ‘straight-sets’ Cats, but one of our experts is getting the popcorn ready if Geelong’s coach can orchestrate a memorable win. SEE THE TIPS
West Coast
McGuane: Scott must swallow pride
Chris Scott has copped criticism for leaving out ruckman Rhys Stanley against All-Australian big man Brodie Grundy. MICK MCGUANE says the Geelong coach has no choice but to swallow his pride and re-call his No. 1 ruck to face West Coast.
Major talking points from week one of finals
Chris Scott’s leaving out Rhys Stanley due to rain, Dylan Grimes’ ‘dive’ and GWS’ physicality against Western Bulldogs. The opening week of finals had plenty for the fans to digest.
‘This game was lost by Chris Scott’
Chris Scott chose to play none of his recognised ruckmen against Collingwood — and the criticism is coming. Plus the coach’s botched weather report, the Cats who must lift — and how Collingwood soared into another preliminary final.
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Eagles rubbish Goldstein trade rumour
UPDATE: West Coast says it is ‘casting a wide net’ to solve its big man crisis, but North Melbourne ruckman Todd Goldstein won’t be heading to Perth.
Mitchell completes shock Eagles move
SAM Mitchell is officially a West Coast player after a trade between the Eagles and Hawthorn was struck on Friday morning.
Hawks, Eagles agree deal for Mitchell
SAM Mitchell will become an Eagle after Hawthorn and West Coast reached an agreement on one of the most remarkable trades in the game’s history.
Hawks push out Mitchell to fit recruits
HAWTHORN’S desire to clear as much as $600,000 of salary cap room from Sam Mitchell’s contract has emerged as a key factor in his trade to West Coast.
Parkin backs Mitchell’s Eagles plan
SAM Mitchell’s mentor David Parkin says the departing Hawthorn champion should complete a five to 10-year coaching apprenticeship before leading an AFL club.
What can Hawks get for Mitchell?
SAM Mitchell’s willingness to shift across the country has shocked the AFL world. Jon Ralph discusses what the Hawks can expect for Mitchell — both now and in the future.
List analysis: Eagles should chase Hill
HE WANTS to play with his brother, but the Eagles should be doing everything they can to steal Hawk Brad Hill from under Fremantle’s nose. GARY BUCKENARA ANALYSES WEST COAST’S LIST
AFL trade period ultimate guide
WHO’S in demand? Who wants out? We’ve got every club covered as the two-week AFL trade period kicks off at Etihad Stadium. Who is your club chasing?
Robbo’s Top 50: A tale of two Dogs
ROBBO’S No.1 is obvious, but a Western Bulldogs star has made a meteoric rise up the Top 50, while another Dog has been dumped. LIVE CHAT TODAY 11.30AM (EDT).
Who won your club’s best-and-fairest?
ALL 18 clubs have now held their best and fairest awards for 2016. Catch up on all the results, top 10 finishes and season report cards here.
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