‘It wasn’t ideal’: Storm’s biggest wish granted
After being bundled out of the finals in the first week, the Storm is hopeful of a deeper run after securing a big win in last week’s draw.
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Storm lures next big things from NSW, Queensland
Melbourne have drafted in 12 of the best young players from across the country to fast-track their development — check out the list and how they’re staying ahead of the game.
Roosters fume at NRL draw amid push for change
Nick Politis has taken a massive swipe at NRL as the powerful Roosters chairman calls for change to the unfair season draw, writes Paul Crawley.
MCG option as blockbuster NRL games revealed
Melbourne Storm is being forced off AAMI Park by the FIFA World Cup next season and a surprise venue could host a blockbuster clash.
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VK’s top 10 things we learned from round two
IT’S only round two but an unlikely SuperCoach force in 2016 may have been discovered. Here are 10 things we learned.
Slater frustrated with shoulder problems
MELBOURNE star Billy Slater is out indefinitely following another shoulder injury sustained in the Storm’s Round 1 win over the Dragons.
Slater return heaps pressure on Munster
THE threat of Second Year Syndrome presents an enormous challenge for Cameron Munster. Not only must the 21-year-old recreate the brilliant form of 2015. He must do so in a different position.
Star-studded list of off-contract halfbacks
AT least seven highly paid halfbacks paid $400k – $1.1m are looking for new contracts in 2017. Benji Marshall, in particular, has a fight on his hands after laughing off a $300k extension with the Dragons.
Full NRL teams for round two
IT has been a massive teams day following a weekend of injury carnage. Check out the full teams for NRL Round 2 here.
NRL Early Mail: Round 2
GET all the latest NRL personnel news ahead of this afternoon’s team announcements in the Round 2 edition of the NRL Early Mail.
An imperfect Storm can prolong era of dominance
THE Storm claimed an 18-16 victory against the Dragons and there were enough good signs to suggest an era of dominance can be prolonged at Melbourne.
NRL set for a rookie explosion in round one
THE NRL is set for a rookie explosion this weekend with 20 debutants in line to make their debuts in the opening round of the season.
Nine players who will catch fire in 2016
THEY’re right on the cusp of breaking through to superstardom. See our picks for the nine NRL players who will catch fire.
Early Mail: DWZ, Hiku overlooked for Panthers No.1
MATT Moylan’s replacement as Penrith fullback has been revealed – and it isn’t Dallin Watene-Zelezniak or Peta Hiku. Check out the Round 1 early mail.
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