About our AFL Trades news
Latest news on AFL Trades, including trade rumours, confirmed deals, player requests, draft pick swaps, and expert analysis of the annual event where AFL clubs exchange players and picks.
The AFL Trade Period is a key event in the league's off-season, allowing clubs to strengthen their lists by targeting players from other teams or offloading players who are no longer part of their plans. Held in October each year, the trade period is a frenzied time of negotiations, rumours, and last-minute deals that can shape a club's fortunes for years to come.
Our AFL Trades feed brings you up-to-the-minute coverage of all the latest trade news, from initial player requests and club inquiries to the final deals that are struck before the trade deadline. We provide expert analysis of each trade, assessing the potential winners and losers, and the short- and long-term implications for the clubs and players involved.
Throughout the trade period, we also keep you informed about the movement of draft picks, which are often used as currency in trade negotiations. Clubs may look to package multiple picks together to secure a high-profile player, or split their picks to target a wider range of talent. Our feed covers all the draft pick swaps and provides insights into each club's draft strategy.
Some of the biggest trades in recent AFL history include Chris Judd's move from West Coast to Carlton in 2007, which involved a complex three-way deal with Richmond, and Dylan Shiel's high-profile switch from GWS to Essendon in 2018. Our feed also delves into the history of the AFL Trade Period, which has evolved significantly since its introduction in 1986, and explores the impact of free agency on player movement and the trade landscape.
With fans eagerly following every twist and turn of the trade period, our AFL Trades feed is your go-to source for comprehensive coverage and expert analysis. Whether you're hoping your club will land a big-name recruit or you're simply fascinated by the strategic maneuvering of list managers and player agents, our feed has you covered throughout this crucial event on the AFL calendar.