Gold Coast set to land Schubert and Butler from Hawthorn
Schubert and Butler are set to join Gold Coast, and the clubs swapped 2028 first-round picks.
Hawthorn forwards Aidan Schubert and Sam Butler are set to join Gold Coast. Hawthorn will receive a 2028 second-round pick from the Suns in return.
The two clubs have also swapped first-round picks in 2028. Schubert was taken with pick 23 in last year's draft and made his AFL debut in round 21.
Butler, 23, has played just eight games this year and 33 across five seasons. Gold Coast's list boss Kall Burns said both players will add to the squad.
Hawthorn's list boss Mark McKenzie said the deal strengthens its draft picks for years to come.
- No.23 pick in last year's draft
- Schubert draft slot
- 8 games this year, 33 across five seasons
- Butler games
- Round 21 this year
- Schubert AFL debut
Why it mattersThe deal is set to bring Gold Coast two more players and gives Hawthorn extra picks for future drafts.
AustraliaAFL fans could see new players at the Suns and Hawks once the trade is confirmed.
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