Casey Scorpions v Collingwood VFL

AFL site looks at each AFL club's "second" team. Here's what it says about the MFC and the Scorps:-

MELBOURNE

Melbourne has been affiliated with the VFL's Casey Scorpions since 2009. The alignment has had a somewhat turbulent history, with the Demons playing a dominant role in team selection and player management in recent seasons. However the clubs have sought to strengthen ties and the installation of VFL coach Justin Plapp is a major part of that. Former Demon and Cats premiership player Shannon Byrnes will be a playing assistant coach for the Scorpions, filling a key role in leading the club's younger players and reporting back to the senior coaching staff. As in recent seasons, the Demons have the capacity to bring back some of their experienced stars through the VFL competition. The return of midfielder Bernie Vince, who was given the opportunity to prove his fitness in a practice match at the weekend, is a case in point. Coach Paul Roos is also strong on the idea that players should earn senior games, meaning there are likely to be a number of Demons-listed players trying to force their way into the senior side while playing with Casey this season. ­­– Ben Guthrie