The AFL is set to hold its mid-season draft on Tuesday night, with clubs looking to strengthen their lists during the season. According to reports from multiple outlets, Essendon and Richmond are among the teams most actively pursuing additions. The coverage indicates that Essendon is targeting a player described as the “Tassie Devil,” while Richmond is interested in a “Cat,” both referring to specific prospective players. The draft is being framed as an opportunity for clubs to respond to squad shortages caused by injuries, with both Essendon and Richmond described as having injury-affected lists. The articles do not provide further detailed information on the players’ identities, the order of selection, or the full draft process, but they agree on the timing and the broad intent: adding new talent through the mid-season mechanism. The draft will therefore be a key recruiting moment for Essendon and Richmond as they look to improve depth and cover for unavailable players.