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Blues star Curnow responds to AFL trade rumours

Carlton forward Charlie Curnow has opened up on his plans for the future after being linked with trade moves to Gold Coast, Sydney and Geelong in recent days.

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Hawks on Blues cruise to deny Docherty fairytale finish

Sam Docherty has signed off with a goal and bowed to the crowd, but finals-bound Hawthorn proved far too strong in the Carlton stalwart's farewell appearance.

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Carlton determined to send Docherty off a winner

Carlton have inspiration personified in two-time cancer survivor Sam Docherty as the Blues attempt to win in his final game before retirement.

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Sam Docherty exits the game with respect that transcends allegiances

The Carlton player may not have the accolades or highlights reel of many of the greats but he retires with just as much admiration

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Hawks 'villains' out to spoil Blues' Docherty farewell

Carlton have plenty to play for as Jacob Weitering plays his 200th game in Sam Docherty's farewell match, but finals hopefuls Hawthorn want to ruin the party.

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Retiring champion Docherty's words for Carlton star

After beating cancer twice and overcoming three ACL injuries, Carlton's Sam Docherty will exit the AFL after one last game.

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Frustrated Blues seek answers ahead of Pies blockbuster

Carlton's AFL finals hopes are already on a knife's edge ahead of the 30th annual Peter Mac Cup clash with traditional rivals Collingwood in round four.

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Brisbane quick to land knockout blow on Carlton but far tougher tests await

The Blues talked as though they were all chips-in but paid the price for hedging their bets as the Lions cruised into an AFL semi-final

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'Not over yet': Docherty inspires as Blues aim higher

Sam Docherty's remarkably swift return from injury has inspired Carlton coach Michael Voss after an AFL finals loss to Brisbane that exposed their frailties.

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No fuss, no demons as Docherty eyes Gabba return

Buoyed by Sam Docherty's return, Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident his side has the weapons to make an AFL finals mark despite their poor recent form.

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Guide to the Brisbane Lions v Carlton elimination final

Key facts about the AFL elimination final between the Brisbane Lions and Carlton.

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Brisbane more focused on themselves rather than Carlton

The Lions' finals rookies have been reminded not to overplay their hand in an AFL elimination final with Carlton at the Gabba.

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Bulldogs won't risk Smith like Blues with Docherty

Bailey Smith is back training fully, but Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says the club will not be rushing the midfielder back from an ACL injury.

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Remarkable Gabba return personifies Docherty: Weitering

Carlton's Sam Docherty will make his comeback from a knee reconstruction in an elimination final, returning just 183 days after suffering the injury.

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Carlton's Docherty firms for shock finals comeback

Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has no doubt Sam Docherty is ready to return from a knee reconstruction for the Blues' elimination final against Brisbane.

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Blues won't scupper Docherty's hopes of miracle return

Carlton veteran Sam Docherty remains hopeful of making a once-unlikely comeback from an ACL tear in the finals, with coach Michael Voss keeping the door open.

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Latest Docherty AFL injury 'levelled' Blues: coach Voss

Carlton coach Michael Voss says the Blues are gutted for much-loved player Sam Docherty, who will need his third knee reconstruction and is out for the season.

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Sam Docherty’s endless ‘kicks in the guts’ show us the power of overcoming adversity

The Carlton defender has endured more setbacks than most AFL players but faces another stint on the sidelines after a third ACL tear

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Carlton's Docherty suffers third ruptured ACL

Carlton's Sam Docherty has suffered the third ruptured ACL of his career, with the latest setback in his horror run of illness and injury ending his season.

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Foot issue puts pre-season on hold for Blues' Docherty

Carlton defender Sam Docherty has undergone foot surgery and will have a delayed preparation for the next AFL season.

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Voss welcomes rough stuff as Blues plan Gabba heist

Carlton coach Michael Voss has welcomed any rough treatment that might come his side's way in an AFL preliminary final against his former Brisbane Lions club.

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Wasteful Melbourne still learning the hard way as Carlton party like it’s 1999

The Demons will wonder how they lost after dominating in the air and on the ground, and then allowing the Blues in at the death

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Sydney's Lance Franklin ruled out of Tigers AFL clash

Sydney will be without superstar forward Lance Franklin for their clash with Richmond after he failed to recover from a knock to his knee.

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Undersized Kangaroos ready to handle Blues' twin towers

North Melbourne's Ben McKay will once again miss out on facing his twin brother Harry for an eighth consecutive AFL season when the Kangaroos play Carlton.

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Blues back De Koning, give MCG surface green light

Carlton have done their due diligence to ensure the MCG playing surface is safe and backed young gun Tom De Koning to tackle Geelong's ruck division.

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