LIVE: Saturday arvo footy

David Mundy will captain Fremantle. Picture: Daniel Wilkins Source: News Limited LATE CHANGES:Hawthorn: Brent Guerra out, replaced by Shane savageFremantle: Luke McPharlin out, replaced by debutant Tanner SmithCollingwood: Tyson Goldsack out, replaced by Brent MacafferRichmond: NilSUBSTITUTES:Hawthorn: Shane SavageFremantle: Lachie NealeCollingwood: Josh ThomasRichmond: Brandon EllisVIDEO:...

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Craig silent on Dank claims

Neil Craig speaks with Mark Neeld today. Picture: Mark Dadswell MELBOURNE'S director of coaching Neil Craig refused to answer questions today whether he or the club had links with controversial sports scientist Stephen Dank. Craig was quizzed before today's training session at Gosch's paddock as the Demons prepare for tomorrow's clash against Greater Western Sydney at the MCG."As you...

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Demons' two years from hell

Melbourne coach Mark Neeld has faced a string of off-field distractions since taking the top job. Source: Getty Images ON-FIELD disaster and off-field drama have followed Melbourne over the past two years. Here's a quick refresher. July 29, 2011: Melbourne loses to Geelong by 186 points, the second-biggest losing margin in VFL-AFL history. July 31, 2011: Coach Dean Bailey sacked. CEO...

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Hardwick welcomes big stage

Tigers coach Damien Hardwick calls the shots at training. Source: Getty Images DAMIEN Hardwick has backed away from claims tomorrow's clash with Collingwood is the most important game in his time at Punt Rd. But the Tigers coach acknowledged the match will give him a great guide to see where his side is at and will be a massive challenge for his group.After three wins to open the season,...

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Roos clash a final for Lions

Lions ruckman Matthew Leuenberg (right) battles with Charlie Dixon during Brisbane's first win of the season against Gold Coast. Picture: Darren England Source: The Courier-Mail BRISBANE ruckman Matthew Leuenberger says North Melbourne does not have a mortgage on desperation ahead of Sunday's clash at Etihad Stadium. The winless Kangaroos are already walking the finals tightrope after...

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Mainy link lives on through Cripps

FRESH START: Jamie Cripps (right) has enjoyed a new beginning at West Coast after crossing from St Kilda. Picture: Darrian Traynor Source: Getty Images WEST Coast recruit Jamie Cripps is proud to be following in the footsteps of his late cousin Chris Mainwaring at the Eagles. Mainwaring was a star at West Coast during his 201-game career, with the wingman playing key roles in the club's...

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Giant whack for Brogan

Dean Brogan 'disappointed' at getting three-match suspension. Dean Brogan was sent straight to the tribunal after an AFL investigation. Picture: Mark Evans Source: Herald Sun Dean Brogan leave the AFL tribunal. Source: Herald Sun A WARNING to players on high bumps was reinforced last night with GWS Giants ruckman Dean Brogan suspended for three matches. Brogan...

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Beams out for another month

Collingwood onballer Dayne Beams is out for another month. Picture: Wayne Ludbey. Source: The Advertiser COLLINGWOOD best and fairest winner Dayne Beams has reinjured his thigh and the midfielder is at least another month away from playing again. Beams' setback has cast a pall over the Magpies' preparations for the blockbuster against unbeaten Richmond at the MCG on Saturday.The classy...

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Hird confronts drugs investigators

Mark Thompson has spoken of the strain James Hird is under as the Essendon coach faces an ASADA investigation. Essendon coach James Hird could be banned by the AFL if found guilty using a banned substance. Picture: Daniel Wilkins Source: PerthNow ESSENDON coach James Hird has reaffirmed his determination to clear his name ahead of interviews with drugs investigators today....

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Herald Sun Player of the Year

Trent Cotchin is leading from the front this season. Picture: George Salpigtidis Source: Herald Sun RICHMOND skipper Trent Cotchin and Swans co-captain Jarrad McVeigh are joint leaders of the Herald Sun Player of the Year Award after Round 3. It seems captaincy has a positive impact on form, with the top four players on the leaderboard all club leaders. Cotchin has polled in every match...

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Hawk baffled by slide report

Luke Hodge slides in to Harry O'Brien's legs and umpires award the Hawks skipper a free kick, and report O'Brien. Harry O, Brien collides with Luke Hodge, Picture: Ludbey Wayne HAWTHORN midfielder Jordan Lewis says he is mystified by the sliding rule and Harry O'Brien's report yesterday. O'Brien was reported for rough conduct on Hawthorn captain Luke Hodge in the second...

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Crows leave too much to too few

Ben Rutten tries to shake Jay Schulz. Picture: Sarah Reed Source: The Advertiser CROWS full back Ben Rutten says there is only way for Adelaide to get out of its rut - by having more players pull their weight. Adelaide's troubled start turned sour on Sunday with a nine-point loss to Port Adelaide in Showdown XXXIV exposing more problems in the Crows' game. This was Adelaide's second...

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The Halftime Report

Geelong v Carlton at Etihad Stadium. Cat Tom Hawkins battles with Michael Jamison Picture: George Salpigtidis Source: Sunday Herald Sun THE Swans and Eagles show who's boss with 11-goal third-quarter bursts to swamp the 'Roos and Demons but Jeremy Howe gives Melbourne fans something to smile about. Sydney's Nick Smith marks in front of North Melbourne's Ben Cunnington. Source:...

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Live HQ: Tigers v Bulldogs

Richmond star Brett Deledio will play a massive role in the Tigers pursuit for a 3-0 start to their season. Picture: George Salpigtidis Source: Herald Sun LATE CHANGESRichmond - Jake Batchelor OUT for Chris KnightsBulldogs - Ayce Cordy (sore) OUT for Tom CampbellSubstitutes: Brandon Ellis (Tigers) and Clay Smith (Bulldogs)RICHMOND recruit Chris Knights will make his debut for the Tigers...

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