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Daisy will prove critics wrong, says Murphy
CARLTON captain Marc Murphy launched a robust defence of embattled teammate Dale Thomas, who is under renewed attack after a clumsy performance against Sydney.
Calf hysteria ‘irresponsible’: Riewoldt
HIS calf might have sent nerves into overdrive at St Kilda, but Nick Riewoldt said his biggest worry over the last week has been his hot-running mobile phone.
Blaine belongs after breakout game
BEFORE he had even played a senior game last year Boekhorst was labelled a potential draft bust, but last week’s breakout performance showed he belongs in the AFL.
Every pre-season SuperCoach score
MEGA FORMGUIDE: Who should be in your SuperCoach team after the NAB Challenge? Here are all the numbers from the pre-season comp — and what they really mean.
Ablett says he’s ready for Round 1
RE-CAP: Gary Ablett, Marc Murphy and Nick Riewoldt update fans on their fitness and Brendon Goddard doesn’t hold back as the AFL captains gather.
Danger reunion ‘just another game’: Tex
ADELAIDE’S draw for the first eight rounds includes clashes with six of last year’s eight finalists, plus a derby against Port Adelaide.
Derm: Head knocks left me needing hearing aid
DERMOTT Brereton has revealed the extent of the damage done to his body as a result of repeated head knocks during his career but says players must accept the risk of concussion.
The Phantom: Best SuperCoach rookie defenders
SUPERCOACH expert The Phantom reveals his favourite rookie defenders from the NAB Challenge.
Blues slammed over gambling stance
CARLTON has been accused of “blatant hypocrisy” over its decision to cut ties with corporate bookmakers but keep its lucrative poker machines.
Hardwick signs for two more years
RICHMOND has moved to ease the pressure on coach Damien Hardwick and given him a two-year contract extension.
Don’t blame Thomas for $3.5m deal
DALE Thomas isn’t to blame for the deal that will handicap Carlton’s list management strategy until 2018, writes JON RALPH.
SuperCoach ruck riddle solved
STUCK in the ruck? With top-dollar superstars, potential bargains and risks around every corner, you’re not alone. We’re here to help.
Cats mids can be league’s best: Danger
EXCLUSIVE: Patrick Dangerfield says Geelong’s midfield, which has battled in recent years, has the potential to be the best in the competition.
Earlier free agency a disaster, warns Roos
PAUL Roos says earlier free agency would be a “disaster” for expansion clubs and has already disadvantaged most of the AFL’s 800 players.
Will your club make the top eight?
WILL Hawthorn make it four in a row? Plenty of Herald Sun experts say no. Our writers put their reputations on the line to pick the premier, top eight, wooden spoon and Brownlow.
Forget scoreboard, Dons future is bright
ESSENDON chairman Lindsay Tanner says the Bombers can “take many positive steps forward this season, regardless of what happens on the scoreboard”.
Swan: I might retire if Pies win flag
COLLINGWOOD star Dane Swan is unsure whether to play on next year but says he’ll likely to give the game away “if we win the flag this year”.
Clubs in too deep with gaming revenue
CARLTON and eight other Victorian teams stripped almost $90 million from gamblers in the 2014-15 financial year.
Clubs want help to pay for STAR service
CLUBS will push the AFL to pay for a new independent recruiting network that could help close the gap in resources between clubs.
AFL stars reveal their SuperCoach tips
A POWER rookie and young Swan could be set for breakout seasons according to their teammates. Get the inside word from the AFL stars themselves.
SuperCoach jury: Dusty, Treloar good to go
IS DUSTIN Martin still a safe pick? Are Aaron Hall or Nick Graham worth the risk? Our experts deliver the verdict on 10 SuperCoach picks. PLUS SC PODCAST.
Tigers rule Conca out for 10 weeks
REECE Conca’s troublesome hamstrings will keep him out for the first two months of the season.
Hawks or Roos: Tassie must choose
THE AFL has officially confirmed its preference for one team to make Tasmania its own after the deals of Hawthorn and North Melbourne expire in 2022.
Watson fears ‘no loyalty’ in footy
ESSENDON great Tim Watson fears a shift towards an NFL-style free agency model but believes being loyal can only reward players in the long run. VOTE and HAVE YOUR SAY
Tigers won’t be pretenders in 2016: Cotchin
RICHMOND captain Trent Cotchins believes the Tigers are ready to overcome their finals hoodoo and contend for the 2016 premiership.
West Coast locks in Hurn, Priddis
WEST Coast has locked in two of its most important senior players, with captain Shannon Hurn and Brownlow medallist Matt Priddis both extending their tenure.
Hogan fires back at Schwarz over kicking
Melbourne young gun Jesse Hogan says he’s unlikely to ask David Schwarz for goalkicking tips but the former Demons forward wasn’t going to back down.
Get ready for 23-year-old free agents
THE AFL player union will take an official position of free agency after six seasons to the bargaining table with the league this year.
Swans vow to fight Goodes fight
ADAM Goodes may have retired but Kieren Jack says he and his Sydney Swans teammates will continue to fight against racism and intolerance.
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Daisy will prove critics wrong, says Murphy
CARLTON captain Marc Murphy launched a robust defence of embattled teammate Dale Thomas, who is under renewed attack after a clumsy performance against Sydney.
Danger reunion ‘just another game’: Tex
ADELAIDE’S draw for the first eight rounds includes clashes with six of last year’s eight finalists, plus a derby against Port Adelaide.
