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Re: Early Trade Rumours for 2022
GWS GIANTS
Players that could leave
Tim Taranto, Jacob Hopper and Bobby Hill are the three names at the centre of trade discussions so far for the Giants. The club is actively looking to clear some cap space. Richmond is looming large as a new destination for Taranto, while Hopper is looking more and more likely a Geelong recruit. It’s possible one leaves while the other stays. Hill is bound for Collingwood at this stage. Tanner Bruhn and Tom Green are another pair who are gettable, but Bruhn seems a more likely departure as things stand. The Giants have been linked to Brodie Grundy and Nick Bryan, so that means they have some decisions to make on current ruck pair Kieren Briggs and Matt Flynn, with Braydon Preuss the preferred option of the trio. Lachie Keefe’s future is also uncertain and Nick Haynes’ name has come up as a potential trade chance.
Players that could arrive
The issue for the Giants is their salary cap squeeze, with four of their highest-paid players on nearly $4 million. It’s hard to lure too many players to the club given it could entail spending big on yet another player. The Giants have shown interest in Brodie Grundy and the Pies would be willing to contribute up to $300,000 of his lucrative salary. They’re also interested in Toby Bedford, particularly if Bobby Hill heads to Victoria.
Who’s already gone
Matt De Boer (retired)
Draft picks
3, 21, 39, 57, 59 (via Adelaide), 75
HAWTHORN
Players that could leave
Jack Gunston is one to watch as he weighs up interest from rival clubs, headed by Brisbane. Liam Shiels and Luke Breust are another two veterans in the mix. Two names that continue to pop up are Tom Mitchell and Jaeger O’Meara, but the club insists they will be seeing out the final year of their contract next season. It’s a fascinating state of play for the Hawks when it comes to their veterans given where the side’s list is at and how much they’re keen to attack the draft.
Players that could arrive
Karl Amon has officially nominated the Hawks as his club of choice, so he’ll be playing for them next season. And the good news is he won’t cost them a pick since he’s a free agent. Anyone else would be a bonus as the Hawks try keep the selections they have and strengthen their hand before the draft.
Who’s already gone
Ben McEvoy (retired)
Draft picks
6, 24, 50 (via Fremantle), 61 (via Gold Coast), 78
MELBOURNE
Players that could leave
It almost looms as a fait accompli Luke Jackson will head home to West Australia at season’s end. The Dees in return will get at least one first-round pick for him. Toby Bedford has attracted interest from Essendon and Greater Western Sydney. Jake Melksham remains uncontracted despite a late-season surge, while Jayden Hunt is an unrestricted free agent.
Players that could arrive
The Dees have met with Brodie Grundy and are a genuine chance of bringing him across at season’s end. He’d be the perfect replacement for Luke Jackson and would end up costing roughly the same amount given Collingwood would put in up to $300,000 of his salary. The Dees are otherwise well set from a list standpoint.
Who’s already gone
Majak Daw (retired)
Draft picks
35, 41 (via Adelaide), 53, 63 (via St Kilda), 71, 89
NORTH MELBOURNE
Players that could leave
Cam Zurhaar remains the biggest chance to leave the club, but the arrival of Alastair Clarkson could be enough to swing his thinking. Essendon has shown interest in him. Todd Goldstein remains without a deal and is an unrestricted free agent. Geelong is showing interest in Bailey Scott and looks poised to swoop. Jason Horne-Francis isn’t going anywhere.
Players that could arrive
PORT ADELAIDE
Players that could leave
Karl Amon is gone via unrestricted free agency. Travis Boak still hasn’t officially extended his tenure at Port Adelaide and remains out of contract, but a commitment seems a mere formality. Trent Dumont’s future is less certain. There’s a fair bit of interest in Miles Bergman, who could be on the move.
Players that could arrive
The Alastair Clarkson effect could be in full swing this trade period. He has shown interest in Brad Hill, who still has three years left to run on a lucrative deal with St Kilda but is open to a move. Liam Shiels is on the outer at the Hawks and could be up for a Clarko reunion, while Jack Gunston could be a great option if Zurhaar was to depart and the Lions don’t get him first.
Who’s already gone
Tom Lynch (retired)
Draft picks
1, 55, 66 (via Richmond), 73
Who’s already gone
Steven Motlop (retired), Robbie Gray (retired), Sam Skinner (delisted), Sam Mayes (delisted), Taj Schofield (delisted), Karl Amon (free agency)
Draft picks
8, 52 (via Sydney), 56 (via West Coast), 80
RICHMOND
Players that could leave
The enigma remains Dustin Martin. There have been countless showings of faith in Martin and a belief he will see out at least the next year of his current deal, which expires at the end of 2024. Still, we’ve seen far stranger things transpire in trade periods, so there’s always a chance something changes before that period is out. Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt are yet to re-sign, but they won’t play elsewhere.
Players that could arrive
Tim Taranto could very well be in the yellow and black jumper next year as he weighs up his future at Greater Western Sydney. He’s the major watch this space player for the Tigers, who aren’t linked to a stack of players this off-season.
Who’s already gone
Josh Caddy (retired), Kane Lambert (retired), Matthew Parker (delisted), Shane Edwards (retired)
Draft picks
12, 19 (via North Melbourne), 30, 84
ST KILDA
Players that could leave
Not many players are off the table at St Kilda as the club recalibrates following a disappointing season. Brad Hill has another three years to run on a lucrative deal, but is open to a move. Questions were asked of Ben Long by rival clubs last year and could come again, especially given he’s out of contract. Zak Jones was on the outer late in the season and could be one of a host of players the Saints welcome offers for in order to bolster their draft hand after several seasons of aggressive trading.
Players that could arrive
The big one is Jordan De Goey, who the Saints’ board recently ticked off on as a potential recruit. He’d get more money and long-term security at the Saints if he was to come across. Geelong is interested in him but the Saints loom large. Should De Goey come across then the Saints will likely offload some of the aforementioned players to get back some draft capital given how bare they are barring pick No.9.
Who’s already gone
Paddy Ryder (retired), Dan Hannebery (retired), Jarryn Geary (retired), Josiah Kyle (retired)
Draft picks
9, 27, 45, 81
The Alastair Clarkson effect could be in full swing this trade period. He has shown interest in Brad Hill, who still has three years left to run on a lucrative deal with St Kilda but is open to a move. Liam Shiels is on the outer at the Hawks and could be up for a Clarko reunion, while Jack Gunston could be a great option if Zurhaar was to depart and the Lions don’t get him first.
Who’s already gone
Tom Lynch (retired)
Draft picks
1, 55, 66 (via Richmond), 73
SYDNEY SWANS
Players that could leave
One man stands out among all others: Lance Franklin. As things stand it seems Buddy will either continue to play at the Swans in 2023 or retire altogether. A move to Brisbane has been touted but that may not be to keep playing footy. Jake Lloyd has still not recommitted to the club beyond this year. Sam Reid has played some great games this season and is a free agent. Harry Cunningham and Lewis Taylor are a couple of players who have struggled to get consistent game time in the senior side, while Lewis Melican and Will Gould could also depart for more opportunity elsewhere, ditto Joel Amartey and Hayden McLean.
Players that could arrive
The Swans have shut down any suggestions they’ve been in dialogue with Dustin Martin about a move, but the tantalising prospect of his addition continues to be spoken about. Griffin Logue has been linked with the Swans to as the side prepares for life after Dane Rampe whenever that may come.
Who’s already gone
Josh Kennedy (retired)
Draft picks
16, 17 (via Melbourne), 34, 70, 88
WEST COAST EAGLES
Players that could leave
Junior Rioli is yet to re-sign with the Eagles despite a contract offer from the club. He was drafted via Glenelg and could opt for a return to South Australia and either Port Adelaide or Adelaide, although the Power seem more likely. Jackson Nelson is another name being mentioned in dispatches.
Players that could arrive
The Eagles still think they’re at least chance to snare Luke Jackson, which would be a blow to Fremantle, let alone Melbourne. Cam Zurhaar grew up and played in Perth and would be on the Eagles’ radar and Fremantle’s.
Who’s already gone
Josh Kennedy (retired)
Draft picks
2, 20, 26 (via Port Adelaide), 38, 74
WESTERN BULLDOGS
Players that could leave
Josh Dunkley is looming as a big piece of the trade period puzzle as he remains unsigned beyond this year. Port Adelaide is one of the clubs linked to him and could come hard like Essendon did a couple of years ago. Jason Johannisen put off contract talks recently and West Coast showed interest in him back in 2017.
Players that could arrive
Rory Lobb looks destined to be playing for the Western Bulldogs next season. Another inclusion will likely be Liam Jones, who the AFL will consider an unrestricted free agent and thus provide Carlton with compensation, while the Dogs won’t have to give up anything from a draft perspective.
Who’s already gone
Nil
Draft picks
11, 29, 37 (via North Melbourne), 65, 83
GWS GIANTS
Players that could leave
Tim Taranto, Jacob Hopper and Bobby Hill are the three names at the centre of trade discussions so far for the Giants. The club is actively looking to clear some cap space. Richmond is looming large as a new destination for Taranto, while Hopper is looking more and more likely a Geelong recruit. It’s possible one leaves while the other stays. Hill is bound for Collingwood at this stage. Tanner Bruhn and Tom Green are another pair who are gettable, but Bruhn seems a more likely departure as things stand. The Giants have been linked to Brodie Grundy and Nick Bryan, so that means they have some decisions to make on current ruck pair Kieren Briggs and Matt Flynn, with Braydon Preuss the preferred option of the trio. Lachie Keefe’s future is also uncertain and Nick Haynes’ name has come up as a potential trade chance.
Players that could arrive
The issue for the Giants is their salary cap squeeze, with four of their highest-paid players on nearly $4 million. It’s hard to lure too many players to the club given it could entail spending big on yet another player. The Giants have shown interest in Brodie Grundy and the Pies would be willing to contribute up to $300,000 of his lucrative salary. They’re also interested in Toby Bedford, particularly if Bobby Hill heads to Victoria.
Who’s already gone
Matt De Boer (retired)
Draft picks
3, 21, 39, 57, 59 (via Adelaide), 75
HAWTHORN
Players that could leave
Jack Gunston is one to watch as he weighs up interest from rival clubs, headed by Brisbane. Liam Shiels and Luke Breust are another two veterans in the mix. Two names that continue to pop up are Tom Mitchell and Jaeger O’Meara, but the club insists they will be seeing out the final year of their contract next season. It’s a fascinating state of play for the Hawks when it comes to their veterans given where the side’s list is at and how much they’re keen to attack the draft.
Players that could arrive
Karl Amon has officially nominated the Hawks as his club of choice, so he’ll be playing for them next season. And the good news is he won’t cost them a pick since he’s a free agent. Anyone else would be a bonus as the Hawks try keep the selections they have and strengthen their hand before the draft.
Who’s already gone
Ben McEvoy (retired)
Draft picks
6, 24, 50 (via Fremantle), 61 (via Gold Coast), 78
MELBOURNE
Players that could leave
It almost looms as a fait accompli Luke Jackson will head home to West Australia at season’s end. The Dees in return will get at least one first-round pick for him. Toby Bedford has attracted interest from Essendon and Greater Western Sydney. Jake Melksham remains uncontracted despite a late-season surge, while Jayden Hunt is an unrestricted free agent.
Players that could arrive
The Dees have met with Brodie Grundy and are a genuine chance of bringing him across at season’s end. He’d be the perfect replacement for Luke Jackson and would end up costing roughly the same amount given Collingwood would put in up to $300,000 of his salary. The Dees are otherwise well set from a list standpoint.
Who’s already gone
Majak Daw (retired)
Draft picks
35, 41 (via Adelaide), 53, 63 (via St Kilda), 71, 89
NORTH MELBOURNE
Players that could leave
Cam Zurhaar remains the biggest chance to leave the club, but the arrival of Alastair Clarkson could be enough to swing his thinking. Essendon has shown interest in him. Todd Goldstein remains without a deal and is an unrestricted free agent. Geelong is showing interest in Bailey Scott and looks poised to swoop. Jason Horne-Francis isn’t going anywhere.
Players that could arrive
PORT ADELAIDE
Players that could leave
Karl Amon is gone via unrestricted free agency. Travis Boak still hasn’t officially extended his tenure at Port Adelaide and remains out of contract, but a commitment seems a mere formality. Trent Dumont’s future is less certain. There’s a fair bit of interest in Miles Bergman, who could be on the move.
Players that could arrive
The Alastair Clarkson effect could be in full swing this trade period. He has shown interest in Brad Hill, who still has three years left to run on a lucrative deal with St Kilda but is open to a move. Liam Shiels is on the outer at the Hawks and could be up for a Clarko reunion, while Jack Gunston could be a great option if Zurhaar was to depart and the Lions don’t get him first.
Who’s already gone
Tom Lynch (retired)
Draft picks
1, 55, 66 (via Richmond), 73
Who’s already gone
Steven Motlop (retired), Robbie Gray (retired), Sam Skinner (delisted), Sam Mayes (delisted), Taj Schofield (delisted), Karl Amon (free agency)
Draft picks
8, 52 (via Sydney), 56 (via West Coast), 80
RICHMOND
Players that could leave
The enigma remains Dustin Martin. There have been countless showings of faith in Martin and a belief he will see out at least the next year of his current deal, which expires at the end of 2024. Still, we’ve seen far stranger things transpire in trade periods, so there’s always a chance something changes before that period is out. Trent Cotchin and Jack Riewoldt are yet to re-sign, but they won’t play elsewhere.
Players that could arrive
Tim Taranto could very well be in the yellow and black jumper next year as he weighs up his future at Greater Western Sydney. He’s the major watch this space player for the Tigers, who aren’t linked to a stack of players this off-season.
Who’s already gone
Josh Caddy (retired), Kane Lambert (retired), Matthew Parker (delisted), Shane Edwards (retired)
Draft picks
12, 19 (via North Melbourne), 30, 84
ST KILDA
Players that could leave
Not many players are off the table at St Kilda as the club recalibrates following a disappointing season. Brad Hill has another three years to run on a lucrative deal, but is open to a move. Questions were asked of Ben Long by rival clubs last year and could come again, especially given he’s out of contract. Zak Jones was on the outer late in the season and could be one of a host of players the Saints welcome offers for in order to bolster their draft hand after several seasons of aggressive trading.
Players that could arrive
The big one is Jordan De Goey, who the Saints’ board recently ticked off on as a potential recruit. He’d get more money and long-term security at the Saints if he was to come across. Geelong is interested in him but the Saints loom large. Should De Goey come across then the Saints will likely offload some of the aforementioned players to get back some draft capital given how bare they are barring pick No.9.
Who’s already gone
Paddy Ryder (retired), Dan Hannebery (retired), Jarryn Geary (retired), Josiah Kyle (retired)
Draft picks
9, 27, 45, 81
The Alastair Clarkson effect could be in full swing this trade period. He has shown interest in Brad Hill, who still has three years left to run on a lucrative deal with St Kilda but is open to a move. Liam Shiels is on the outer at the Hawks and could be up for a Clarko reunion, while Jack Gunston could be a great option if Zurhaar was to depart and the Lions don’t get him first.
Who’s already gone
Tom Lynch (retired)
Draft picks
1, 55, 66 (via Richmond), 73
SYDNEY SWANS
Players that could leave
One man stands out among all others: Lance Franklin. As things stand it seems Buddy will either continue to play at the Swans in 2023 or retire altogether. A move to Brisbane has been touted but that may not be to keep playing footy. Jake Lloyd has still not recommitted to the club beyond this year. Sam Reid has played some great games this season and is a free agent. Harry Cunningham and Lewis Taylor are a couple of players who have struggled to get consistent game time in the senior side, while Lewis Melican and Will Gould could also depart for more opportunity elsewhere, ditto Joel Amartey and Hayden McLean.
Players that could arrive
The Swans have shut down any suggestions they’ve been in dialogue with Dustin Martin about a move, but the tantalising prospect of his addition continues to be spoken about. Griffin Logue has been linked with the Swans to as the side prepares for life after Dane Rampe whenever that may come.
Who’s already gone
Josh Kennedy (retired)
Draft picks
16, 17 (via Melbourne), 34, 70, 88
WEST COAST EAGLES
Players that could leave
Junior Rioli is yet to re-sign with the Eagles despite a contract offer from the club. He was drafted via Glenelg and could opt for a return to South Australia and either Port Adelaide or Adelaide, although the Power seem more likely. Jackson Nelson is another name being mentioned in dispatches.
Players that could arrive
The Eagles still think they’re at least chance to snare Luke Jackson, which would be a blow to Fremantle, let alone Melbourne. Cam Zurhaar grew up and played in Perth and would be on the Eagles’ radar and Fremantle’s.
Who’s already gone
Josh Kennedy (retired)
Draft picks
2, 20, 26 (via Port Adelaide), 38, 74
WESTERN BULLDOGS
Players that could leave
Josh Dunkley is looming as a big piece of the trade period puzzle as he remains unsigned beyond this year. Port Adelaide is one of the clubs linked to him and could come hard like Essendon did a couple of years ago. Jason Johannisen put off contract talks recently and West Coast showed interest in him back in 2017.
Players that could arrive
Rory Lobb looks destined to be playing for the Western Bulldogs next season. Another inclusion will likely be Liam Jones, who the AFL will consider an unrestricted free agent and thus provide Carlton with compensation, while the Dogs won’t have to give up anything from a draft perspective.
Who’s already gone
Nil
Draft picks
11, 29, 37 (via North Melbourne), 65, 83
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