Coleman Medal hopeful Bruce bagged two majors but finished the game with what looms as a potential serious injury concern.
Essendon’s efficiency trumped the Bulldogs’ wastefulness in a game in which the contrasting fortunes of both team’s forwards told the story,as Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge pointed out.
Counterpart Ben Rutten on the other hand was delighted for Wright,who was traded to the Bombers from struggling Gold Coast having failed to feature for the Queenslanders in 2020.
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“It was pretty good,wasn’t it,” said Rutten when asked about Wright’s best-afield display.
“I think he has had some really strong games throughout the season and he is starting to build some real momentum and consistency in his game,and tonight he was able to get on the end of a few and his goal kicking was fantastic.
“His ability to present at the ball was great and I think some of our decision making and ball use going inside 50 certainly helped him as well.