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Canberra Raiders roster changes

Overview

The Canberra Raiders have undergone several significant roster developments. The club re-signed NRL Rookie of the Year Ethan Sanders through the end of 2028 following his performance in the halfback role. Concurrently, hooker Tom Starling announced his departure from the club, amid rumors of a move to the English Super League side St Helens.

In a separate development, the Raiders officially withdrew a four-year, $4.4 million contract extension offer to forward Hudson Young. While the deal was intended to secure Young as a long-term leader, he is expected to enter free agency on November 1. The PNG Chiefs are currently considered frontrunners to sign the player for their 2028 NRL entry.

Entities

Canberra Raiders · PNG Chiefs · Ethan Sanders · Ricky Stuart · NRL

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Canberra Raiders withdraw $4.4 million contract offer to Hudson Young

    The Canberra Raiders have revoked a record-breaking $4.4 million contract offer to Hudson Young, leaving the star forward to enter free agency with the PNG Chiefs tipped to secure his signature.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Canberra Raiders extend Ethan Sanders' contract through 2028

    The Canberra Raiders have extended Ethan Sanders' contract until 2028, setting up a halfback competition with Coby Black, while hooker Tom Starling has announced his departure from the club.

Sources

7news.com.au · americanindependent.com · brisbanetimes.com.au · prommanow.com · smh.com.au · sportal.co.nz