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The AFL trade deadline has passed, and the league's front offices have finalized their rosters. Six deals cleared the board in the final window, reshaping the landscape for the upcoming season.
The headline act belonged to the West Coast Eagles. The club swooped on the Dees duo, a twin acquisition that signals a clear intent to strengthen the midfield-to-forward pipeline in Perth. The West Australian's coverage framed it as a calculated move, leveraging the Eagles' list position to secure the pair.
In Adelaide, a forward locked in a move to the Power before the deadline. According to AFL.com.au, the player is 'set to join a rare club,' a phrasing that highlights a significant career milestone. The Power secured a proven forward to slot into their existing structure.
Richmond's shock came late. The Hawks pulled a deal through in the final stretch that was unexpected, with Fox Sports flagging it as the surprise of the session.
The other major story was the one that didn't happen. A 'big man move' — a tall, physical player — fell over in the final hours. The Fox Sports wrap noted this explicitly, leaving both clubs in a position to reassess their defensive and forward-line options without that specific addition.
Six deals were completed, and one high-profile transaction fell through. The trade period is over, and the focus now shifts to pre-season preparation.