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TOP TARGETSDraft guide: Young guns who can launch Hawks rebuild

Hawthorn has been hesitant to label its position a full rebuild, but is tipped to focus on adding young talent this off-season to replenish its list. Here’s who the Hawks — and 17 other clubs — have their eyes on.

Chris Cavanagh, Simeon Thomas-Wilson, Liz Walsh

List changesBeloved Blue to call time on career

Few Carlton players have been as universally loved by fans as Matthew Kreuzer. But after an extended battle with injuries, the big ruckman is preparing to tell teammates he will retire.

Jay Clark

Hard Ball GetsDyl and Xav break down AFL delist day

For most players you’d imagine being delisted would be the most feared moment of your playing career, but ex-players Dylan Buckley and Xavier Ellis claim that it’s not all that it’s cut out to be.

Damon Erceg

Top CoachWhy Ratts and the Saints are the perfect match

Only hours after making finals, an early Saturday email bounced into the inboxes of more than 150 St Kilda staff members. It was from their coach, with a special message. This is why both the club and coach couldn’t be happier.

Glenn McFarlane

All AustralianRobbo’s All Australians: The 13 new faces who scored a spot

In a year that tested every player’s resilience, there was a slew of underdogs who rose to the challenge. Mark Robinson runs his eye over a season like no other to name his All-Australian team — and there are plenty of surprises.

Mark Robinson

Mark RobinsonThe Tackle: ‘Serial stager’ Grimes hurting reputation

He’s regarded as one of the AFL’s stingiest defenders — but there’s one part of Dylan Grimes’ game Mark Robinson can’t stomach. Robbo says it’s time the AFL cracked down on “embarassing” staging for free kicks.

Mark Robinson

Backing him inCameron backs Coniglio as captain in 2021

‘Absolutely he will continue as captain’ - Leon Cameron was unequivocal in his response to questions over Stephen Coniglio’s leadership role next year.

Craig O'Donoghue

Where to now?Leon calls for calm, not Giant change after finals miss

Leon Cameron says he’ll sift through the ashes of Greater Western Sydney’s regressive season before committing to wholesale changes.

Murray Wenzel

Mark RobinsonRobbo: The jury is out on St Kilda’s finals credentials

Jack Steele keeps getting better, the Marshall-Ryder combination is firing and Brett Ratten is in charge. But determining just how much of a finals threat the Saints are isn’t easy, writes Mark Robinson.

Mark Robinson

Trade newsMoneyball: Cats going all-in for ‘Dangerflag’

Geelong has been linked to several stars from rival clubs as it chases one more flag for their veterans and a first for Patrick Dangerfield. Plus, an Essendon are sweating on decisions from Joe Daniher and Adam Saad.

Glenn McFarlane, Jay Clark and Jon Ralph

ROUND 18Eagles hit by pre-finals injury concern

West Coast’s injury woes have continued after spearhead Josh Kennedy went down with an ankle concern against North Melbourne.

Simeon Thomas-Wilson

Mick McGuaneJezza to Pies? How mega trade could work

Free agent Jeremy Cameron would look good in a Collingwood jumper, and the Pies need aerial support for Brody Mihocek and Jordan De Goey. Here’s how they could do a deal with GWS — and fit Cameron under the salary cap.

Mick McGuane

Walked outGWS star quits hub, leaves ‘disappointed’ team behind

There’s more drama at GWS with star Aidan Corr walking out on the club’s Gold Coast hub, just a day after announcing he could not re-sign with the club.

Catherine Healey

Mark RobinsonThe Tackle: Mumford critics should ‘deal with it’

Shane Mumford took a physical approach to his battle with Max Gawn on Saturday, leading one critic to label him a sniper. But Mark Robinson says those questioning the tactics applied by the Giants ruckman need to move on.

Mark Robinson

Run homeCrunch time: What must happen for your team to make finals?

It all comes down to this. There are no second chances here. It’s do or die. One round, four teams, two finals spots. Which two of the Saints, Dogs, Dees and Giants are good enough to make it? Plus: Could the Cats fall out of the top four?

Chris Cavanagh

MRO reviewGiants cleared for fight to keep finals dream alive

The Giants have welcomed some positive news with two important cogs both escaping sanctions for separate incidents against Melbourne to be availalble for all-important St Kilda contest.

Lauren Wood, Darren Cartwright, Simeon Thomas-Wilson

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Duff’s Magnificent Seven & Seven Deadly Sins

Perth’s finals drought ends, Richmond respond in the best way possible and Tom Rockliff all headline the Magnificent Seven. Find out who tops the Deadly Sins.

Mark Duffield

Injury newsInjury-hit Tigers to be bolstered by key ins

Richmond have been hurt by injuries to Tom Lynch and Ivan Soldo but several premiership Tigers are closing in on a return. Meanwhile, an in-form forward is in line to replace their sidelined talls.

Jon Ralph, Chris Cavanagh, Nick Smart and Rebecca Williams

Stand outWA young gun a shining light for Dees

He may only be 19 years old and in his first season of AFL, but there’s plenty of praise coming for WA young gun Trent Rivers.

OuchBombshell! Giants axe superstar WA skipper

GWS have sensationally dropped captain Stephen Coniglio after the side’s shock loss to Adelaide.

Round 18Bulldogs granted rare travel request

The AFL has granted the Bulldogs a unique travel request for this season, which could provide Luke Beveridge’s team a massive advantage for a potential must-win game to play finals. See the full Round 18 fixture

Lauren Wood, Jon Ralph and Sam Landsberger

Biggest moversWho are 2020’s biggest disappointments?

Carlton co-captain Patrick Cripps hasn’t been able to match his own incredible standards of recent seasons in 2020, and he’s not the only player to experience a big drop-off. Champion Data reveals your club’s biggest sliders.

Rebecca Williams

Selling hopeHow Crows got their midfield mojo back

It took 16 rounds, but Adelaide is on a roll. The resurgent Crows have delivered hope that next season will look very different under Matthew Nicks. How have they done it? It all started in the midfield.

Simeon Thomas-Wilson

Ladder predictorHow Carlton can seal fairytale finals berth

It’s still a long shot — but Carlton’s finals hopes are alive after a thrilling win over Sydney. Could the Blues steal a top-eight berth as other finals contenders falter? Here’s what they must do play finals and the scenarios facing every side.

Chris Cavanagh and Lauren Wood