FOR THE first time in 26 years, the NAB AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft was held on Monday night.
It provided 13 players with chances at AFL level, plus had its fair share of surprises, twists and curveballs.
But which club was most shocked by how things unfolded?
This week's episode of AFL Exchange gives a full lowdown on the event from behind the scenes.
Find AFL Exchange on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.
Join AFL.com.au reporters Callum Twomey, Mitch Cleary and Riley Beveridge for the latest whispers as the guys take you inside the AFL and delve into the big questions surrounding the game – and some of the not so big.
In this week's episode…
We reflect on the Brad Scott and North Melbourne break-up, chat about other coaches under the pump, go inside the Mid-Season Rookie Draft fallout, and find out why Mitch has been to Shane Warne's house. Plus, a brand new segment.
Episode guide
1:50 – Did the Roos stuff up the Brad Scott announcement?
5:08 – The guys look at recent caretaker coaches and see if it helps or hinders career prospects.
10:45 – What was the biggest surprise from the Mid-Season Rookie Draft?
15:20 – Does Ken Hinkley get let off too easily for Port Adelaide's performances?
16:45 – Did Melbourne make the wrong call trading Jesse Hogan?
22:05 – What's the footy term that annoys you most?
23:00 – Our new segment 'I'd rather…'
27:35 – Is it OK to leave a game early if your team is losing? We give our take.
31:08 – Whose famous sports person's houses has your job taken you to?
