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MELBOURNE . 01/09/2022. AFL. Melbourne training at Goschs Paddock . Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver of the Demons . Picture by Michael Klein

Petracca and OIiver are gone – but the Dees are ‘future proofed’

Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver are gone, giving new Demons coach Steven King with a fresh slate as he starts his stint in charge.

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AFL trade period where the deals sit.

Why the hold up? Verdict on 12 players ahead of trade deadline

The end of the trade period is nigh, but there’s still a host of names — big and small — waiting to find new homes. Here’s where everything stands.

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The AFL 2025 Trade Grades.

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‘A shame’ for Bombers, Dogs pay overs: Every 2025 move graded

With the deadline in sight, the deals are starting to get done. Who are the winners and the losers so far? We run the rule over every trade – have your say now.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 22nd March, 2025 . AFL Round 2. Essendon vs Adelaide at the MCG. Zach Merrett of the Bombers enjoyed a 4th qtr goal . Picture: Michael Klein

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Dons formally knock back Hawks’ Merrett deal after ultimatum

Hawthorn gave the Bombers an ultimatum on their offer for skipper Zach Merrett, but the Dons have formally knocked back the deal to set up a tense final day of trade period. See the latest.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 25: Zach Merrett of the Bombers leads his team out onto the field during the 2025 AAMI AFL Community Series match between Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers at GMHBA Stadium on February 25, 2025 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Bombers won’t take Hawks’ calls on Merrett move

Essendon says it won’t trade Zach Merrett under any circumstances. Does Hawthorn have a Plan B? Plus the latest on Cam Mackenzie, Zane Duursma and more.

Damien Hardwick and Christian Petracca.

Dimma’s pitch that saw Trac snub Crows, Hawks’ Humphrey offer

Christian Petracca had a choice between two clubs — and a pitch from Damien Hardwick convinced him to pick the Suns over the Crows. Plus what Hawthorn are likely prepared to offer for Bailey Humphrey.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Clayton Oliver of the Demons looks on during the 2025 AFL Round 07 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Richmond Tigers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 24, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Oliver takes swipe at Dees as he ponders next footy home

Outgoing Melbourne star Clayton Oliver is touring new footy homes and has taken a swipe at his Demons on the way out. Plus, one key Pies midfielder won’t be moving despite speculation. Trade period day two news.

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NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. 4th April, 2025 . AFL Round 4. Geelong vs Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong . Christian Petracca of the Demons . Picture: Michael Klein

How Suns land recruits, Academy guns — without losing Humphrey

The Suns are one of the biggest players this trade period. But they also have two Academy stars to worry about come draft night. Chris Cavanagh unpacks how they get it all done.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Will Hayward of the Swans celebrates with James Rowbottom of the Swans after making a tackle on Miles Bergman of the Power during the AFL Preliminary Final match between Sydney Swans and Port Adelaide Power at Sydney Cricket Ground, on September 20, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

Life as a free agent: Swan opens up on rejecting mega offer

Sydney are currently trying to turn Carlton’s head on a trade for Charlie Curnow, but it was the Blues who came for a key Swan last year. Find out more on what life is like as a free agent here.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 27: Zak Butters of the Power reacts during the 2025 AFL Round 20 match between the Adelaide Crows and the Port Adelaide Power at Adelaide Oval on July 27, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by James Elsby/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Even if Butters is gone in 2026, there’s no way he can leave now

Make no mistake, if Zak Butters could leave Port Adelaide this year, he would. But there’s a reason the Power won’t let him go, even if they would get a king’s ransom right now.

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AFL trade period day 1.

What your club said on frenetic first day of trade period

There weren’t any trades completed on day one, but every club faced the music on their plans for the exchange period — and some revealed more than others. See where it all stands here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 24: Clayton Oliver of the Demons runs with the ball during the round seven AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on April 24, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Oliver to Collingwood? Pies join trade race after GWS curve ball

Collingwood is in the mix for Clayton Oliver after approaching the Melbourne star’s management about what ‘seems like a really good thing’ for the club. But GWS has thrown a curve ball.

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AFL Trade Period Ultimate Guide.

Ultimate guide: Intel on where your club stands in AFL trade period

Who’s coming and who’s leaving? What is your club’s recruiting strategy? Those questions answered and plenty more intel in this ultimate guide to silly season.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 02: Brody Mihocek and Jordan De Goey of the Magpies celebrate a goal during the round 21 AFL match between Collingwood Magpies and Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 02, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Mihocek tells Pies he’s gone, Dons’ Draper compo confirmed

It might be Saturday, but the AFL’s off-season exchange period doesn’t stop, with Brody Mihocek telling Collingwood he’s off and Sam Draper’s move to Brisbane complete.

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