Samuel Walsh ] Australian rules footballCarlton Football Club Australian Football League2018 national draft.
At the 2018 National Draft, Walsh was drafted number 1 by the Carlton Football Club. This wasn't seen as a surprise to many, who had expected him to be a lock for the first pick. Walsh was given the number 18 and impressed many during pre-season. Sam made his debut in Round 1 of the 2019 AFL season against Richmond at the MCG, where he finished with 24 disposals. He kicked his first goal against Sydney in round 3.