New Devil dodges draft: Tasmania’s homegrown hope commits to Apple Isle club
The Tasmania Devils, an upcoming AFL expansion club, have signed their first group of players, including local prospect Hugh McCallum. The club successfully convinced McCallum to bypass the national draft to commit to the team ahead of their 2028 debut.
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This marks a strategic milestone for the new AFL franchise as they build their inaugural list and attempt to secure local talent before entering the league.
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Share A A A The Tasmania Devils have unveiled their first batch of players ahead of their AFL entry in 2028, including a homegrown prospect who they convinced to withdraw from this year’s draft.
With their first AFL game only about a year-and-a-half away, the Devils have signed a key group of underage players – teenagers who will forever be remembered as the initial signings of the AFL’s 19th club.
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