Updates from day two of dealing
Richmond has acquired winger Nathan O'Driscoll from Fremantle in a trade deal during the AFL's second day of trading. Meanwhile, Hawthorn is pursuing Gold Coast's Ben King, though the Suns may match any offer.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing player movement and strategic roster building within the Australian Football League.
Pinned post from 7.07pm Go to latest Hawks swoop on King, but Tigers nab only recruit of day two By Marc McGowan Richmond have secured ex-Fremantle winger Nathan O’Driscoll in a low-cost move to bolster Adem Yze’s midfield division.
The Tigers handed over pick 61 for O’Driscoll in the only completed deal on the second day of the trade period on Tuesday.
North Melbourne’s Zane Duursma wants out of Arden Street for a move to Melbourne. AFL Photos However, Hawthorn did lodge paperwork for sharpshooter Ben King to join as a free agent from Gold Coast, while Zane Duursma doubled down on his request to move to Melbourne, and will not consider staying with the Kangaroos.
O’Driscoll, who played a career-most 17 matches this season, informed the Dockers in the past week that he would explore his opportunities elsewhere after rejecting a three-year offer.
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