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The AFLs greatest modern rivalry is back where it matters most, with Geelong playing Hawthorn in the finals.Their previous 19 games makes Friday nights qualifying final at the MCG the most intriguing clash of the weekend.The Cats strong finish to the regular season means they are the slight favourites, but form is irrelevant.The three-time defending premiers are guaranteed to be ready, given it is the finals and the opposition is Geelong.Between them, Hawthorn and Geelong have won seven of the last nine premierships.Their rivalry started when the Hawks upset the Cats to win the 2008 premiership.The loss infuriated Geelong and their players made a private pact never to lose to Hawthorn again.Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett then claimed before their next match at the start of the 2009 season that Geelong lacked his teams mental drive.Geelong won the next 11 matches and the streak became known as the Kennett Curse.It only ended once Kennett had resigned as Hawks president.Hawthorn beat Geelong by five points in the 2013 preliminary final and a week later, took out the first of their three-straight premierships with the grand final win over Fremantle.In 2014-15, the Hawks had built a five-game winning streak over the Cats.But that was snapped in round one this year when Patrick Dangerfield made the mother of all club debuts.The former Adelaide star racked up 43 possessions for Geelong in their 30-point win.Hes a great player but ... theyve got enormous depth through the middle of the ground, said Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson.Its no secret that its going to be a key battle for the contest.If we can get enough supply in that part of the ground then we give ourselves a chance.But in the only game weve played this year theyve won that battle and it cost us the game.Hawthorn have regained Ben Stratton and Ben McEvoy, while Geelong recalled Scott Selwood for a likely stopping role on Sam Mitchell.Forecast rain on Friday could also force a late change or two. 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The 30-year-old Nolasco is 81-72 with a 4.44 ERA in 213 games over eight seasons. He ends his tenure with the Marlins as the franchises leader in wins (81), games started (197) and innings pitched (1,225 2-3 innings). In a statement, Nolasco thanked the Marlins for "some of the best times of my life" and said he looked forward to the opportunity to return to the Los Angeles area. Nolasco was raised in Corona, and attended Rialto High School. The Chicago Cubs originally selected Nolasco in the fourth round of the 2001 draft. He was acquired by the Marlins in 2005 and had been one of the most reliable arms for one of the majors most frugal franchises ever since. "Going to play for the Dodgers, the team that I have always rooted for, is a dream come true," Nolasco said. "The team is packed with talent and an ownership group that is committed to winning, and Id like nothing more than to play a part in bringing a World Series back to L.A. I couldnt be more excited to play in front of my family and friends in Dodger Stadium during this season and hopefully for many more seasons to come." Nolascos addition helped ease the Dodgers latest loss. The Giants, among other teams, were reportedly inteerested in Nolasco.dddddddddddd Instead, San Francisco watched its big-spending NL West rival swipe away another commodity. With Clayton Kershaw, Zack Greinke and Hyun-Jin Ryu entrenched as starters, the Dodgers didnt need a new No. 1 pitcher. But Nolascos acquisition should help overcame the absences of Josh Beckett (season-ending neck surgery) and Chad Billingsley (right elbow pain) at the back end of the rotation as Los Angeles looks to make a playoff push. "Hes been a good starter for a while now," Kershaw said of Nolasco. "Im excited to get him in the rotation. Its exciting for us, for sure. Hes good." The Marlins got back what they covet most: prospects with small salaries and potential, albeit not the most coveted ones in the Dodgers farm system. The 26-year-old Wall went 0-1 with an 18.00 ERA in six relief appearances for the Dodgers this season. He is 1-2 with a 5.60 ERA in 25 games for Triple-A Albuquerque. Ames, 25, was 2-2 with a 3.67 ERA in 30 appearances for Albuquerque this year. Sanchez, 23, is a combined 2-7 with a 4.67 ERA in 16 games (15 starts) with Single-A Great Lakes and Single-A Rancho Cucamonga. Nolasco last pitched Wednesday in Atlanta. He gave up two runs on six hits, striking out seven in seven innings in the Marlins 6-3 win. He would be in line to pitch for the Dodgers early next week, though Dodgers manager Don Mattingly was still sorting out his rotation. "He wants to be out there," said shortstop Hanley Ramirez, who was traded from the Marlins last season. "I was with him for six or seven years. Nobody had a complaint about him. Great guy." Colletti declined to discuss other trades the team has, or will, explore. He also declined to mention the other teams who were interested in Nolasco. But, Colletti added, he expects to stay busy before the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline. "Its not the only priority," Colletti said. "We think when we get healthy the offence will be fine. Pitching is always a priority when you get to this time of year." ' ' '