The Hawthorn Chronicles: The Sunday Blues

After a disappointing loss to Brisbane last week, Hawthorn were out to redeem themselves against bottom-placed Carlton. Having already lost Ben McEvoy two weeks prior, the Hawks could ill afford further changes to their team. However, this was exactly what was in store. First, it was James Sicily, who looks likely to miss the rest…

The Hawthorn Chronicles: missed opportunity or flattering result?

After clawing their way back within touching distance of the top eight, Hawthorn missed a golden opportunity to climb the ladder. In a season where each week is a potential elimination final, a win would have seen the Hawks make a decent surge up the ladder. However, it was not to be, and they fell…

The Hawthorn Chronicles: Sunset without the scenic route

After ripping Adelaide apart in the second half of the game last week, Hawthorn were tipped to make light work of the struggling Suns outfit in Launceston. They managed a 53-point win, but it was far from pretty. With both sides struggling for polish and finish, class proved to be the difference in the end…

AFL Power Rankings – Round Ten

With not all wins created equal the AFL ladder doesn’t always get it right. To right this wrong the Pinch Hitters attempt to provide a more accurate picture of where each team stands with our very own Power Ranking formula.

Friday Forethought – Round Ten

Round Ten of the AFL Season is upon us. Who are the sure things? Who has the most on the line? Find out this and a whole lot more as The Pinch Hitters team make their calls for the round ahead.

AFL Power Rankings – Round Nine

With not all wins created equal the AFL ladder doesn’t always get it right. To right this wrong the Pinch Hitters attempt to provide a more accurate picture of where each team stands with our very own Power Ranking formula.