ADELAIDE





BRISBANE LIONS

Draft picks (first three rounds): 4, 24, 41

What they need: The Lions still have holes all through their list. They began a total rebuild in the past year but are still missing a key forward, a classy midfielder or two, and a quality ball-user at half-back would also fit well. With an extremely young list, the Lions could do with some more 23-27 year-old players to add experience.

Dream trade: Beams for the Lions' first-round draft pick (currently No.4). You could possibly throw a fringe player into the deal, but anything more is paying overs, particularly with Beams requesting the move. - Michael Whiting









COLLINGWOOD





Collingwood could become Mitch Clark's third club after stints at the Lions and Demons. Picture: AFL Media









ESSENDON

Draft picks (first three rounds): 19, 50

Gone: Jason Winderlich had retired but has reconsidered and is now considered more likely to play on in 2015. The future of veteran defender Dustin Fletcher also hasn't been confirmed. Leroy Jetta and Kyle Hardingham will look for new homes and more opportunities in the trade and free agency period. Jason Winderlich had retired but has reconsidered and is now considered more likely to play on in 2015. The future of veteran defender Dustin Fletcher also hasn't been confirmed. Leroy Jetta and Kyle Hardingham will look for new homes and more opportunities in the trade and free agency period. And Paddy Ryder is set to leave the Bombers, with Port Adelaide and the Brisbane Lions frontrunners for the star ruckman's services.

What they need: If Ryder walks then the Bombers will certainly need another ruckman, given the only other on their senior list is Tom Bellchambers. Some more key position depth is also important, but won't be easy to find. Finding a way to access a second-round draft pick would be beneficial given their loss of draft picks as part of the AFL's supplements penalty.

Whispers: Essendon is one of a handful of clubs to show interest in Melbourne forward Mitch Clark. They have also been linked with Carlton small forward Jeff Garlett, and if out-of-contract Sydney Swans forward Tim Membrey ends up returning to Victoria for opportunities, the Bombers could be in the mix.

Dream trade: Obviously the Bombers will want to secure a gun Port Adelaide player in return for Paddy Ryder. That's unlikely, and if Port is keen to part with its first pick (No.16) for the ruckman, the Bombers will at least have two picks in the first 20 and restore their position in the draft after losing selections in the past two years. - Callum Twomey





FREMANTLE Draft picks (first three rounds): 12, 32, 51 Gone: Kepler Bradley and Scott Gumbleton have already announced their retirements while Josh Simpson seems unlikely to remain on the list given his issues off-field. Rookies Sam Menegola and Craig Moller will also be under pressure to retain their contracts. What they need: Coach Ross Lyon has gone on record stating that the Dockers need key position players at both ends. They have already drafted in that area in the last two years but they are not afraid to use free agency or trading to add ready-made players. Whispers: The Dockers' The Dockers' interest in James Frawley has been more of a dull roar than a whisper. It's rumoured they've offered $3 million over five years. Frawley flew to Perth to visit the club on semi-final weekend before meeting with Ross Lyon in Melbourne on Grand Final weekend. The Dockers have also been linked to Carlton forward Jarrad Waite. Dream trade: Snaring Frawley through free agency is the dream scenario for Fremantle and it could still become a reality. The ultimate dream trade would be poaching Jeremy Cameron from GWS in exchange for some young midfield talent. - Alex Malcolm





GEELONG

Draft picks (first three rounds): 13, 33, 52 Gone: and Nick Bourke, George Burbury, Jordan Schroder, Jackson Sheringham and Jesse Stringer What they need: Support for Tom Hawkins. The big forward booted 68 goals in 2014 – 41 more than Jimmy Bartel, who ranked No.2 at the club. A key forward would lighten the load on Hawkins and make the Cats less predictable. Whispers: The Cats are hoping to sign Melbourne free agent James Frawley and they appear to be leading the race, with Fremantle less confident they can lure him across the Nullabor. It The Cats are hoping to sign Melbourne free agent James Frawley and they appear to be leading the race, with Fremantle less confident they can lure him across the Nullabor. It has been suggested the Cats would offer Frawley a lucrative five-year deal . The club is also understood to have met with former Demon Mitch Clark for preliminary discussions around his return to the AFL. The Cats would have to trade with the Demons to secure Clark, who has been linked most prominently to Collingwood. Dream trade: Signing James Frawley as a free agent. The Cats have suggested Frawley is the only player they are after during the exchange period. He would cost them nothing as a free agent. - Nathan Schmook

GOLD COAST Draft picks (first three rounds): 7, 14, 27, 44 Gone: The Suns have an extra pick in the first round after activating their compensation selection for losing Josh Caddy to Geelong at the end of the 2012 season.

What they need: Most of the pieces are in place, but another key defender and a more experienced, cool head at half-back would help. When Steven May and/or Rory Thompson were injured, the Suns' back half was in disarray.

Whispers: While he's been more closely linked with Geelong, Fremantle and Hawthorn, the Suns have also cast an eye over Melbourne free agent James Frawley . He'd be a perfect third tall for their defensive end, and while it's unlikely, don't entirely count them out. Collingwood's Dayne Beams wants to return to Queensland, and while it's assumed the Lions are his preference, the Suns will closely look at the Gold Coast product

Dream trade: Beams in exchange for their first round pick (currently No.7) and a starting 22 player. The Suns have tried to keep continuity with their list, but the prospect of getting an elite goalkicking midfielder should see them trying to trump the Lions. - Michael Whiting





Melbourne free agent James Frawley is among the most sought-after players. Picture: AFL Media

GREATER WESTERN SYDNEY

Draft picks (first three rounds): 3, 20, 23, 40

What they need: Given the loss of some of their tall defenders, a replacement in that half of the ground would be ideal. With some injuries during last season, the club looked a little skinny for key defensive depth. Mostly, though, it's a very young and talented list. The club in the past has topped up most seasons with senior experience and may look to do the same this year.

Whispers: The Giants are understood to have shown interest in axed Saints defender James Gwilt. They are likely to be pretty active again during the period given their three draft picks in the opening 23 selections. The club is also in the mix for Essendon ruckman Paddy Ryder.

Dream trade: The club will want to maximise the return they get on first-round pick Jaksch, and No.2 pick Jono O'Rourke if he decides to leave as well. GWS could package one of the players with a pick to attract some decent offers from rival clubs. - Callum Twomey



HAWTHORN Draft picks (first three rounds): 18, 37, 56 Gone: Speculation is rife Speculation is rife Brad Sewell could retire . Kaiden Brand, Jordan Kelly, Derick Wanganeen and Ben Ross might be nervous about their futures. What they need: The back-to-back premiers' ageing list is a concern. Many of the Hawks' best in the Grand Final – Luke Hodge, Jordan Lewis, Sam Mitchell, Shaun Burgoyne, Josh Gibson and Brian Lake – are over 30. Replacements are developing in the VFL but the Hawks are likely to trade for ready-made players as in the recent past. Whispers: has been strongly linked to several clubs, including the Hawks. He would be an ideal sidekick and then eventual replacement for Lake. He also fits Alastair Clarkson's mould for versatile footballers and could be used in attack. The Hawks could afford a high-profile recruit given their 'Buddy money' left in the salary cap from losing Lance Franklin to the Swans. They have also reportedly shown interest in Richmond skipper and midfield star Trent Cotchin. Melbourne free agent James Frawley has been strongly linked to several clubs, including the Hawks. He would be an ideal sidekick and then eventual replacement for Lake. He also fits Alastair Clarkson's mould for versatile footballers and could be used in attack. The Hawks could afford a high-profile recruit given their 'Buddy money' left in the salary cap from losing Lance Franklin to the Swans. They have also reportedly shown interest in Richmond skipper and midfield star Trent Cotchin. Dream trade: Free agent Frawley is probably the most realistic, but landing a midfield gun in their prime – such as Cotchin or Adelaide's Patrick Dangerfield - would trump signing the Demon. - Travis King





MELBOURNE





NORTH MELBOURNE Draft picks (first three rounds): 16, 35, 54. Gone: North has yet to officially announce any retirements or delistings, but Liam Anthony, Taylor Hine, Mitch Wilkins and rookie Tim McGenniss are all out of contract and look set to finish up at Arden Street. Robbie Nahas and Max Warren are also out of contract and the Roos might not make a call on their futures until the end of October's trade period. What they need: More outside run and flair to complement, and eventually replace, Brent Harvey and Daniel Wells. A 195cm-plus key defender and another strong contested mark in attack. Whispers: North is hoping to land Western Bulldog Shaun Higgins and Carlton spearhead Jarrad Waite as free agents, and is set to meet with Heritier Lumumba as the Magpie seeks a trade. North is also one of a number of clubs linked to Bulldogs forward Liam Jones. Collingwood is understood to have expressed some interest in Aaron Mullett, but the half-back is contracted to the end of 2015 and is a required player. Levi Greenwood remains out of contract and is believed to have attracted preliminary interest from Richmond, but the rejuvenated midfielder wants to stay at Arden Street and should reach a new deal with the club soon. Dream trade: With Lance Franklin and Kurt Tippett dominating the Sydney Swans' forward line, it is only a matter of time before a rival team has a serious crack at Sam Reid. Making the deal happen will be the hard part, but North could offer the Swans a package including its first-round pick and one of Ryan Bastinac, Brad McKenzie or Kieran Harper. - Nick Bowen





North Melbourne has expressed keen interest in Carlton free agent Jarrad Waite. Picture: AFL Media





PORT ADELAIDE Draft picks (first three rounds): 16, 35, 54 Gone: earlier in the season, while the club delisted Dom Cassisi retired earlier in the season, while the club delisted Cam Hitchcock, Brent Renouf (rookie) and Campbell Heath , creating three vacant positions on the senior list and one on the rookie list. What they need: The club has one of the youngest lists in the AFL and both skipper Travis Boak and coach Ken Hinkley have said it's a squad already capable of big things. The Power have flagged a desire to add another tall forward/ruck option though. Whispers: As reported by AFL.com.au last Friday, it's believed Essendon's As reported bylast Friday, it's believed Essendon's Paddy Ryder has chosen the Power as his club of choice . The Brisbane Lions thought they were in the box seat, but Port is expected to find out early this week whether it has landed its man. The Power are also rumoured to be interested in Hawthorn ruckman Luke Lowden to add increased ruck depth to its squad. Cam O'Shea has been linked with St Kilda and Geelong with Ben Newton. Dream trade: Clean and simple: Paddy Ryder for pick No. 16 at the NAB AFL Draft. - Harry Thring





RICHMOND Draft picks (first three rounds): 11, 31, 49 Gone: Todd Banfield, Ben Darrou, Aaron Edwards, Brad Helbig, Dan Jackson, Jake King, Brett O'Hanlon, Orren Stephenson and Cadeyn Williams. What they need: Speed and leadership in the midfield. Anthony Miles added greatly to the Tigers' contested game, now they need to find a replacement for Matt White, whose dash was missed in 2014. A rebounding defender with elite ball use is a player the Tigers either need to develop or trade in. Whispers: Greater Western Sydney midfielder Dylan Shiel has been linked to Punt Road for months, despite being contracted for 2015. A number of Victorian clubs view him as attainable with the right deal and he would be a perfect fit in the Tigers' midfield. Dream trade: The Tigers won't get Shiel without paying a hefty price, given the demand for his services, his quality, and his contracted status. Their first pick (No.11) is a starting point. Midfielder Reece Conca could attract interest in WA and get the Tigers a second pick to send on to the Giants. - Nathan Schmook





ST KILDA

Draft picks (first three rounds): 1, 21, 38 Gone: James Gwilt, Lenny Hayes, Clint Jones, Beau Maister, Trent Dennis-Lane and Sam Dunell What they need: A young key forward to eventually take the reins from Nick Riewoldt. The Saints have hit the mark with their midfield recruits and the time is right to snag a goalkicker. Whispers: The Saints are keen to enter the draft with three picks inside the top 21, so expect them to trade to make that happen. Pick No.1 is on the table and could be dealt in exchange for two first-round picks. The club has also met with GWS youngster Kristian Jaksch, who is seeking a return to Victoria in search of more opportunities. Dream trade: The Saints send pick No.1 to GWS in exchange for pick No.3, pick No.20 and Jaksch. They can still recruit young tall Patrick McCartin with pick No.3, GWS gets its man Christian Petracca at No.1, and the Saints have three picks inside the top 21. - Nathan Schmook





SYDNEY SWANS





Was the Grand Final Nick Malceski's final game as a Swan? Picture: AFL Media





WESTERN BULLDOGS

Draft picks (first three rounds): 5, 25, 42

Gone: They joined Daniel Giansiracusa and Tom Williams as players to leave the club, after the pair retired during the season. Goodes went out with a bang, being named best afield in last week's VFL premiership for Footscray. Liam Jones may also look for more opportunities elsewhere, while What they need: Last year they won the services of Essendon forward Stewart Crameri and the Bulldogs would love another key forward to add to their list. It's hard to see that happening this year. The Bulldogs are building a very exciting midfield so some taller options at both ends of the ground would be handy additions. The Bulldogs this week announced Christian Howard, Tom Young and Brett Goodes have been delisted. They joined Daniel Giansiracusa and Tom Williams as players to leave the club, after the pair retired during the season. Goodes went out with a bang, being named best afield in last week's VFL premiership for Footscray. Liam Jones may also look for more opportunities elsewhere, while free agent Shaun Higgins is considered likely to depart.

Whispers: GWS defender Kristian Jaksch is headed back to Victoria and has been linked to the Dogs, although others are believed to have more interest. The Dogs were said to have shown strong interest in Jonathon Patton before the Giants forward went down with injury and then re-signed with the club.

Dream trade: The Dogs have some currency with their first draft selection, and if they combined it with a player or another selection could push up the draft board. There they might be able to land one of the young forwards in the draft – Paddy McCartin or Peter Wright – which would be an excellent result. - Callum Twomey



