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Hawthorn aims for trades with multiple picks, Melbourne holds two top-10 selections

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 12:37 AM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Hawthorn aims for trades with multiple picks, Melbourne holds two top-10 selections
Summary

Hawthorn prepares for the 2026 player movement period with four draft picks ranging from 15 to 33. The club's trade strategy may involve pursuing players like Ben King and Zach Merrett. Melbourne stands out with two top-10 picks, sixth and tenth overall, following the prior trade of Christian Petracca. The player movement window opens soon, with free agency starting on Friday and trade negotiations running from October 5 to October 14.

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Key Details
  • •Hawthorn holds picks 15, 25, 26, and 33.
  • •Melbourne has two top-10 picks: sixth and tenth.
  • •Free agency opens on September 29, trade period starts October 5.
  • •Fremantle will select at pick 17, while Brisbane is at 18.
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  • 12:37 AMAFL — Draft order: How Hawks can get deals done, Dees hold two top picks
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