Tag: Essendon
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Merrett, Curnow and more: State of play on 23 major AFL trade deals
Introduction: The deadline pressure and the race for deals With the AFL trade deadline looming on Wednesday night, clubs are juggling big asks, delicate negotiations, and the possibility of last‑minute pivots. The 23 major deals still on the table reflect a season of strategic moves, where veteran captains, rising stars, and coveted assets could reshape…
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AFL Trade 2025 LIVE: Aleer’s Shattered Exit, Giants’ Dilemma, and Essendon’s Interest
AFL Trade 2025 LIVE: Aleer’s Shattered Exit and a Giants Dilemma The AFL trade period continues to swing on a knife’s edge as defender Leek Aleer faces an uncertain future after a long-anticipated move to St Kilda collapsed. Giants defender Leek Aleer was left in tears at his exit interview, with Giants football boss Jason…
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AFL Trade Period 2025: Leek Aleer Fallout and Giants Dilemma
Live updates from AFL Trade Period 2025 The AFL trade window has provided another gripping chapter as Leek Aleer’s planned move to St Kilda collapsed, throwing Giants Nation into a state of uncertainty. With the Saints walking away, the Giants now face a delicate balancing act: keep a coveted defender who is reportedly shattered by…
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AFL Trade Period Day Four Live Updates: Oliver, Merrett, Curnow and Petracca in Focus
AFL Trade Period Day Four Live Updates The AFL’s trade period is in full swing as day four brings fresh twists to the free agency and trade picture. From potential Clayton Oliver moves to lingering questions about Zach Merrett and the ongoing chatter around Charlie Curnow and Christian Petracca, supporters are scanning every social post…
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AFL Trade Period Day Two Live Updates: Merrett, Curnow, and Petracca in Limbo as Clubs Dig In
Overview: Day Two of the AFL Trade Period The AFL trade period is entering a tense phase as clubs hold firm on valuations and potential targets. With Zach Merrett, Charlie Curnow, and Christian Petracca all linked to high-stakes discussions, teams are digging in on price, asset mix, and potential multi-club arrangements. Coaches, list managers, and…
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AFL Trade Period Day Two: Merrett, Curnow and Petracca Moves in Limbo as Clubs Dig In
AFL Trade Period Day Two: The Stakes Are High The AFL trade period has moved into a pivotal day two, with Zach Merrett’s future at the Bombers and Charlie Curnow’s potential exit drawing closer attention. Amid the negotiations, Christian Petracca’s situation remains unsettled for now, as clubs weigh up their long-term plans and the price…
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AFL trade period day one live updates: Merrett, Curnow and Petracca on the move
Day one opens with plenty of intrigue At the stroke of 9am AEDT, the AFL trade period has officially kicked off, and fans are glued to their screens for the first wave of updates. While the window is fresh and negotiations are just starting to heat up, the chatter already centers on marquee names and…
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Follow club-by-club guide to player movements and draft picks
Collingwood Collingwood’s off-season plan centers on balancing established talent with a fresh draft hand. With draft picks 34, 52, 64 and 70 on the table, the Magpies are weighing how to keep their core while injecting youth and flexibility into their list. Key players such as Brody Mihocek, Mason Cox, Tom Mitchell and Bobby Hill…
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AFL Draft and Player Movements: A Club-by-Club Guide
Introduction: A Busy Off-Season Across AFL Clubs The off-season in the AFL is a constant shuffle of draft picks, trades, and contract decisions. This club-by-club guide consolidates the latest movements, focusing on where each team stands with its draft selections and the marquee players either staying put or seeking new opportunities. From established stars to…
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Follow Club-By-Club Guide to Player Movements and Draft Picks Across the AFL
Overview: A Busy AFL Off-Season for Draft and Player Moves The AFL off-season is buzzing with strategic trade talks and draft negotiations as clubs balance risk, youth development, and premiership ambition. Below is a club-by-club snapshot of draft picks, notable players, and the direction each camp is taking, based on current reporting and internal strategies.…