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From Harry Sheezel and Will Ashcroft to Cam McKenzie and Mattaes Phillipou — how the AFL debutants went in round one

From the hyped to the hopefuls, it was time for a new group of AFL debutants to hit the ground running. Andrew McGarry looks at all the first-gamers and how they went in round one.

ABC News

AFL Round-Up: Collingwood here to thrill, Jason Horne-Francis explodes, big Bulldogs left behind

After an AFL pre-season of bold proclamations and lofty promises, some teams leave round one with their prospects emboldened while others search for answers. We digest the week that was.

ABC News

'Walla' thrills Bombers in big opening win over Hawks

The biggest cheer of Essendon's win over Hawthorn came when Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti ran onto the ground in the last quarter.

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Bombers' Wright to miss first half of AFL season

Injured key forward Peter Wright will miss the first half of the AFL season in a massive blow to Essendon's chances of climbing the ladder.

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Familiar nerves accompany Brad Scott's Bombers debut

Essendon coach Brad Scott is embracing some familiar nerves as he prepares to lead the Bombers for the first time in their AFL season opener against Hawthorn.

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Wright dislocates shoulder in major Bombers blow

On the same morning his new four-year contract was announced, Essendon key forward Peter Wright suffered a dislocated shoulder at training.

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Essendon spearhead Wright re-signs until 2027

Essendon spearhead Peter Wright has backed the AFL club's direction under new coach Brad Scott by signing a four-year contract extension.

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AFL 2023 predicted ladder: Collingwood hit summit – but flag is anyone’s to claim

The Magpies are capable of making the step up this season, but any one of the top 10 teams could win the premiership

The Guardian - AU

Bombers' Stringer still hamstrung, will miss opener

Essendon have ruled Jake Stringer out of their opening AFL clash with Hawthorn as he overcomes a hamstring issue.

AAP

AFL captains' snub to put fire in Bomber bellies

Essendon ruckman Sam Draper expects the Bombers to be driven to prove people wrong after none of the other 17 AFL club captains tipped them to make finals.

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Yankees’ Carlos Rodon to start season on injured list due to left forearm strain

The Yankees will have to wait to deploy their new ace.

Tribune News Service

Skipper Merrett not fazed by Bombers legend's criticism

New Essendon captain Zach Merrett respects the opinion of club great Matthew Lloyd, who has demanded the Bombers toughen up for the new AFL season.

AAP

Ryder puts controversy aside in return to Essendon

Paddy Ryder left Essendon at the end of 2014 seeking a fresh start following the Bombers' supplements scandal, but he is now back at the AFL club.

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Gerrit Cole opens first ‘normal’ spring training with Yankees entering fourth season

The Yankees’ ace is finally getting his first taste of normalcy in pinstripes.

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Davey excites Bombers, uncertainty around Stringer

Essendon fans should be excited about father-son recruit Alwyn Davey Jnr, but might have to wait to see explosive veteran Jake Stringer back in AFL action.

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Bombers star Stringer hamstrung for AFL pre-season

Essendon star Jake Stringer looks unlikely to play in their pre-season hit-outs after he suffered hamstring tightness and was put on a modified program.

Tribune News Service

Giancarlo Stanton yearning for World Series title with Yankees: ‘We need to get it done’

Giancarlo Stanton is hoping his sixth season with the Yankees has a ring to it. After all, that’s why he requested a trade from the Marlins after his MVP 2017 season. The four-time All-Star during his time in Miami sought a winning situation, and while he has technically found one…

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Zach Merrett takes over from Heppell as Bombers captain

Star midfielder Zach Merrett has been named as Essendon's new AFL captain, with defender Andrew McGrath to serve as his assistant.

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Dyson Heppell steps down as Bombers captain

Star midfielder Zach Merrett is the early favourite to become Essendon's next AFL captain after Dyson Heppell stepped down from the role.

ABC News

Essendon stalwart Dyson Heppell stands down as Bombers captain

After six seasons leading Essendon, Dyson Heppell stands down as the club's captain effective immediately.

Tribune News Service

Gerrit Cole hopes addition of Carlos Rodon gives Yankees best shot to end Astros jinx

The Yankees will likely be answering plenty of questions about the Astros over the next eight months after being eliminated by Houston in the ALCS for the third time in six seasons.

Tribune News Service

Yankees’ Frankie Montas to undergo shoulder surgery, could miss entire season

On the day pitchers and catchers report to spring training, the Yankees are already down a starter. Frankie Montas will undergo surgery on his right shoulder and could miss the entire 2023 season, manager Aaron Boone revealed.

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Bomber is Wright on track to play AFL practice games

Essendon tall forward Peter Wright is set to play the club's AFL practice matches after being given the all-clear from a minor calf injury.

AAP

Bombers hoping to unleash pain-free Stringer in AFL

Essendon coach Brad Scott says Jake Stringer is free of the groin pain that troubled him last season as he looks to get the most of the inconsistent forward.

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Scott says Bombers captaincy call lies with Heppell

Incumbent Essendon captain Dyson Heppell will stay in the role for a seventh AFL season if he wants to, Bombers coach Brad Scott says.

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