Brad Crouch

St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch has announced his retirement from the AFL after dealing with knee issues.

Less than 24 hours after the AFL sensationally cleared Patrick Cripps, the league had a fresh bumping drama.

St Kilda made a big free agency splash last summer and a club great believes it has hampered its flexibility this year.

Brad Hill and Brad Crouch combined for 65 touches in the loss to Port but have been singled out for some criticism.

AFL great Matthew Lloyd says the pressure is on St Kilda recruit Brad Crouch to earn "respect" around the league.

Veteran AFL reporter Caroline Wilson revealed the Crows and Saints had discussed a "side deal" over another player

Kane Cornes has tipped the Western Bulldogs to make a splash in the AFL trade period by recruiting a Collingwood duo.

The AFL trade period has seen plenty of player movement on day one, with Brad Crouch joining St Kilda from Adelaide.

St Kilda have officially put in an offer for Adelaide Crows' restricted free agent and star midfielder, Brad Crouch.

Adelaide has vowed to match St Kilda's contract offer for midfielder Brad Crouch amid uncertainties about compensation.