The Pies have named a key forward and a key defender,while leaving our Mason Cox and Reef McInnes for the clash with Carlton,who made three changes of their own,including naming a youngster for his debut.
After missing the Blues’ latest training session,Harry McKay’s stretch on the sidelines is likely to continue. The Tigers decide not to appeal this week’s trinal verdict,and Simon Goodwin is watching the form of a struggling forward.
These players are yet to sign on the dotted line,and they’ll be at the centre of trade talk in 2025. And with a club captain among their number,the chase is on.
Rhyan Mansell’s three-match ban stands;Elijah Hollands is expected to return through the VFL this weekend;and the AFL is “comfortable” in allowing Noah Balta to play before he’s sentenced in court.
More concerns are emerging about the planned AFL stadium in Hobart. Richmond’s Rhyan Mansell is heading to the tribunal,and pressure continues to mount on Carlton.
Also in Four Points this week:much of what’s gone wrong at Carlton has been out of Michael Voss’ control. But the Blues have won just two of their past 10 games,and face a huge match against Collingwood this week.
Richmond’s Rhyan Mansell was offered a three-game ban by the match review officer;the Blues remain unsure if gun forward Harry McKay will be available to take on the Pies;concerns allayed on Melbourne youngster’s knee.
Carlton coach Michael Voss also said he didn’t know if Patrick Cripps had an injury concern. He said they hoped Zac Williams had a minor calf injury,but he hasn’t confirmed that with the medical teams.
Carlton’s loss to the Bulldogs on Friday left Michael Voss’ team at 0-3,only weeks after he giddily declared to an amped fan base that they were preparing for an exciting season.
The Bulldogs were too good for the Blues in Friday Night footy. Now the Blues will face some storm questions after falling to 0-3.