Nic Negrepontis

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Nic Negrepontis

The Western Bulldogs loom as one of the more fascinating clubs in the upcoming trade period. They have been linked to a number of stars, including Zak Butters and Matt Rowell, while Jamarra Ugle-Hagan might be heading the other way. But what is certain is that they have an abundance of salary cap space - and they are keen to use it.

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Nic Negrepontis

Carlton and Essendon will meet in a huge King's Birthday Eve clash at the MCG on Sunday night in a game that will feature two sides hoping to remain within reach of the top eight. Both teams are desperate for a win. The Blues need to gather some momentum after a disappointing first half of the season, while the Bombers are playing well despite injury issues, and are keeping pace with the finalists. Nine expert tipster Tony Jones, however, is not expecting either team to win. He is tipping a draw.

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Nic Negrepontis

If Matthew Lloyd was running an AFL club, he wouldn't want to chase Jamarra Ugle-Hagan in the upcoming trade period, without seeing him return to the Western Bulldogs and playing some footy in 2025. Ugle-Hagan has been absent from the club since April and spent time in a health retreat, though he appears to be back doing some training, if his Instagram is anything to go by.

2 days ago | nine.com.au | Nic Negrepontis

Essendon great Matthew Lloyd has labelled the situation unfolding in Tasmania a "debacle" as the future of the Devils becomes more uncertain. With the existing liberal minority government looking likely to implode and a snap state election looming, there's every chance the Macquarie Point stadium will either not be built or delayed out of the AFL's timeline, thus breaking the existing contract.

3 days ago | nine.com.au | Nic Negrepontis

Former Collingwood president Eddie McGuire has scoffed at those suggesting Laura Kane has been demoted, as part of the AFL's decision to bring in a new head of footy. Brisbane chief Greg Swann will now helm the key role, looking after MRO, umpiring, game development, draft and trade period and more. Kane, who previously looked after those areas, will remain in charge of AFLW, VFL and VFLW, as well as maintaining her spot on the AFL executive team.