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Blues star De Koning won't rush free agency call

Carlton star Tom De Koning is putting no timeline on deciding whether he stays at the Blues or accepts a monster contract with St Kilda.

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Carlton prove their mettle to show there is light at the end of the tunnel

The Blues put a disastrous opening month behind them after adding the prized scalp of the Cats to wins over the Kangaroos and Eagles

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Hewett leads Blues' rout of lowly Kangaroos

George Hewett's hot run of form continued as he and Tom De Koning led a dominant midfield unit in Carlton's round-six thrashing of North Melbourne.

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De Koning invested at Blues amid interest: coach

Carlton coach Michael Voss believes ruckman Tom De Koning is invested and focused on performing for Carlton, despite heavy links to St Kilda.

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Coach Voss not concerned by Carlton's fadeouts

Carlton coach Michael Voss insists the Blues are running out games well despite kicking just two goals after halftime in both their opening two defeats.

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Richmond spearhead Lynch banned for high bump

Richmond are set to be without spearhead Tom Lynch against Port Adelaide after he received a one-match ban for a high bump on Carlton's Tom De Koning.

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Blues' De Koning set to ruck and roll under microscope

Carlton ruckman Tom De Koning is entering the AFL season as a restricted free agent, but his teammates are just ready for him to shine on the field.

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'A lot to weigh up' for AFL free agent De Koning

Carlton star Tom De Koning has sidestepped questions about whether he would prefer to stay with the Blues as he weighs up his AFL future.

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Blues star De Koning to make free agency call in 2025

Out of contract at the end of the 2025 season, Tom De Koning is set to headline contract talks at Carlton alongside Adam Cerra, Adam Saad and Nic Newman.

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Blues load up against Lions but Curnow still injured

Harry McKay, Mitch McGovern and Tom De Koning are among the stars to return for Carlton, but Charlie Curnow still hasn't recovered from an ankle injury.

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No excuses for Carlton coming off five-day break: Voss

Carlton coach Michael Voss has ruled winger Blake Acres out of facing Port Adelaide, joining ruck Tom De Koning on the sidelines.

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Walsh, De Koning hurt as Blues outlast plucky Kangaroos

AFL flag hopefuls Carlton had to work hard for their win over North Melbourne as Tom De Koning and Sam Walsh suffered injury scares.

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Cripps, Walsh shine in the wet as Blues blitz Tigers

A stunning third-quarter blitz inspired by Patrick Cripps and Sam Walsh has lifted second-placed Carlton to a 61-point win over AFL rivals Richmond.

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Tom De Koning wins sibling battle as Blues belt Cats

In-form Carlton ruckman Tom De Koning was too good for his little brother Sam as the Blues dominated Geelong at the MCG.

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Blues burst Bombers' bubble in big AFL win

Tom De Koning has shone in the ruck as Carlton flexed their muscles in a 26-point win over Essendon to leapfrog their rivals into second spot on the AFL ladder.

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Blues' De Koning looking forward to some ruck and roll

Carlton big man Tom De Koning has kicked on massively and believes he can make an impact both as a solo ruckman and as a ruck-forward.

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De Koning brothers face off in huge Blues-Cats clash

Carlton's Tom De Koning will take on younger brother and Geelong defender Sam De Koning in the latter's 50th AFL game when their sides meet at the MCG.

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Singing the Blues: Robbie Williams’s musical tribute to Carlton player after AFL win

‘De Koning’s in the air, everywhere I look around,’ Williams sang to tune of Love Is In The Air

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Blues bolster ruck stocks to ease stress on midfield

Carlton will welcome back ruckman Tom De Koning for the AFL clash with high-flying Port Adelaide at Marvel Stadium.

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Cats' Irish debutant, De Koning brothers back in AFL

Former GAA Young Footballer of the Year Oisin Mullin will join fellow Irishmen Zach Tuohy and Mark O'Connor in the Geelong team that takes on GWS in round 11.

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Pittonet deal not linked to De Koning future: Voss

Carlton coach Michael Voss is adamant ruckman Marc Pittonet's new four-year deal isn't linked to out-of-contract tall Tom De Koning's future at the AFL club.

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Inspiring Docherty signs new two-year deal with Blues

Having overcome two rounds of chemotherapy, Sam Docherty has continued on from last year's stellar comeback by signing a two-year deal with Carlton.

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Blues won't rush De Koning contract decision: Cripps

Patrick Cripps has failed to provide any clues on Tom De Koning's contract status, saying the emerging Carlton star will be given time to assess his options.

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Bureau of Meteorology change sparks storm

The Bureau of Meteorology has been scorched by social media users after announcing a change to its naming preferences.

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De Koning up for AFL ruck battle: Voss

Tom De Koning has impressed Carlton coach Michael Voss as he took on the lead ruck role in a 50-point thrashing of North Melbourne.

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