AFL Trade Period Concludes with Major Player Moves and Strategic Swaps

The final day of the AFL trade period saw a flurry of activity, including a pivotal four-club deal that reshaped team rosters for the upcoming season.

• Geelong secured Bailey Smith from the Western Bulldogs in a complex multi-club trade, enhancing their midfield options.
• Richmond capitalized on their draft position, acquiring seven first-round picks after trading away key players like Shai Bolton and Daniel Rioli.
• Carlton made aggressive moves, including trading for pick three, positioning themselves for a strong draft by offloading players and future picks.
• Hawthorn bolstered their defense with the addition of Tom Barrass from West Coast, finalizing the deal just before the deadline.
• North Melbourne strengthened their squad with experienced players like Caleb Daniel and Luke Parker, despite missing out on Dan Houston.

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