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Fraser's 'itch' doesn't grow despite Carlton's big win

Jagga Smith has given his Rising Star hopes a boost and Josh Fraser notched another win as coach as Carlton downed West Coast at Marvel Stadium.

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Duursma or Smith? Young stars rising to the occasion

West Coast's Willem Duursma and Carlton young gun Jagga Smith have been revelations this year, with the AFL Rising Star race too close to call.

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Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Former Carlton coach Michael Voss has opened up on his future in football and the chances of Josh Fraser winning the Blues coaching job on a full-time basis.

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Blues young gun Smith leaning on valuable lessons

Jagga Smith shadowed Carlton midfield star Sam Walsh during his time out with a knee injury and is reaping the benefits early in his AFL career.

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'Targeted' Blues enjoy victorious finale to horror week

It wasn't pretty, but Carlton's win over Richmond was cause for celebration in the eyes of coach Michael Voss after a tough week in the spotlight.

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All eyes on young guns showdown for Blues, Tigers clash

Richmond's former No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor and Carlton sensation Jagga Smith will face off for the first time and both their coaches are excited.

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Blues won't overreact to tough AFL opening defeat

Carlton coach Michael Voss has no plans of over-reacting to Carlton's tough AFL opening round defeat to Sydney.

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Blues to play two debutants, Weitering set for Curnow

Carlton young guns Jagga Smith and Harry Dean will make their AFL debuts on Thursday night, while Jacob Weitering also looks certain to play.

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Blues back Weitering to return for Curnow grudge match

Carlton are confident Jacob Weitering will be fit to face former teammate Charlie Curnow when the new-look Blues take on Sydney.

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Cats breathe easy after Shannon avoids big injury

Carlton have beaten Geelong by 15 points in their final pre-season match, but all the talk was about a knock to Cats forward Shannon Neale.

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Curnow v Carlton clash could get spicy: Cripps

Superstar Swans recruit Charlie Curnow looms as a huge threat to his old side Carlton, who are set to unveil a new-look forward line in the AFL's season-opener.

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After year of change, Blues aim for sustained success

Carlton's new football boss Chris Davies says it's rare to have so many player and off-field changes at a club, all at the same time.

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It's Ben a long time going from Sun rise to Blue heaven

New Carlton forward Ben Ainsworth has opened up on the "challenging" decision to leave Gold Coast with the Suns finally on the cusp of success.

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Believe the hype: dazzling debuts remind us the AFL future comes fast

Next crop of budding stars led by Sam Lalor, Murphy Reid and Levi Ashcroft make immediate impact while a prized Blues recruit is made to wait

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Cripps backs injured youngster to respond to ACL blow

Carlton captain Patrick Cripps is confident Jagga Smith can bounce back from his ACL heartbreak, and believes the Blues should have the chance to replace him.

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Blues' top pick, Dees' youngster to miss AFL season

Carlton's No.3 draft pick Jagga Smith has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament and will be sidelined for the entire AFL season.

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Blues defender bullish ahead of 2025 AFL campaign

Defender Adam Saad isn't dwelling on Carlton's meek finals exit last year and is adamant they have what it takes to be among the AFL's contenders.

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Twists and turns expected in even AFL draft first round

The 2024 AFL draft is considered remarkably even at the top end, which means there are still plenty of potential trades and surprises.

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Martin-like Lalor set to lead Tigers' strong AFL draft

Richmond will take a strong hand to the AFL draft, armed with eight selections inside the top 24, with Sam Lalor looming as the prized No.1 pick.

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