Roger Mellie

Neville Jetta Tom McDonald Clarry Max Gawn

Jayden Hunt vs 4. James Harmes 3. Clayton Oliver vs Bayley Fritsch 2. Max Gawn vs Michael Hibberd Christian Salem vs 7. Angus Brayshaw

With his knack for getting suspended, I'd rather he didn't get too angry.

Jetta Melksham Viney T. McDonald

Oscar Fritsch Brayshaw

Agree with that and particularly the role for the fast small forward - to try and limit the run from the kick-ins. It makes Garlett's return to the side (and form) all the more important. The kick ins for us will be interesting. I could see Hunt and Frost utilised although their kicking is fraught with danger. May is the most likely for me. He's fast, a good kick and took the kick ins for GC. Salem and K2 should also feature. Not lightening fast but good enough to run away with it and hit a target. It'll be interesting to see where clubs set up their defence.

Viney Spargo Lever Salem

McDonald Stretch Preuss

Jake Melksham Jordan Lewis Michael Hibberd

I thought there was fairly long list of things they couldn't do. Perhaps the AFLPA has changed things lately. Players cant even where thongs at some clubs (footwear that is).

Aaron vandenBerg vs Kade Kolodjashnij James Jordon vs Tim Smith Braydon Preuss vs Tom Sparrow Toby Bedford vs Jake Lever Corey Wagner vs Sam Weideman

Plus 1

Smith Fritsch Petty Sparrow

Looking at training photos - no Have read the odd track watcher say the same. Running has gone to another level (in time trials anyway I believe)

I think it's been asked before but who is Fritsch training with - Fwds, Mids, Backs? Thanks in advance and to all for reports

If that's terry towelling, I want one.......now!

AVB has spent a long time out of the game. When he first arrived at the club his disposal was more than adequate. It has steadily gone downhill ever since. Not surprisingly this coincided with a constant run of injuries with sporadic games (usually playing with an injured foot). With a decent run at it, I would expect his disposal to improve markedly. Just not sure he will get that continuity with his injury record.

Sad for Mitchell and wish him a speedy recovery. A year out is a huge blow. Having said that, I'd be very happy for a year out for Hawthorn too (no Mitchell, no Hawthorn).

In 2021 he should be a restricted FA

Salem and Kelly are best mates. I'm sure we'll be doing everything in our power to bring them together a la Lachie Neale and Lincoln McCarthy at Brisbane.

Melksham was Essendon's whipping boy. I wouldn't be a bit surprised if that played a big part in his form there. He comes to the mighty Dee's and after a brief stint as a potential whipping boy (to continue the tradition), the coaches put a whopping amount of faith into him (Goody, Jennings, Egan), he matures a little, gains confidence and hey presto - gun! If he can shake the injuries he'll go to another level again. Exciting stuff

There's no way you would take up a Saints membership in July even if it was only 2 games. Probably decided to add in the 'free' pet memberships. Very dodgy!

I briefly worked at the G in one of the many food stands many years ago. I was chip fryer extraordinaire and was constantly getting told off for waiting until the chips were golden before pulling out of the fryer. They didn't care how soggy they were - just get 'em out NOW! Way back then, the food was all packaged and arrived in microwaveable bags (burgers and hot dogs) - inedible! The pies etc were already in bags as was everything else. In other words, 90% the food could not be touched - apart from me slagging on the chips of course!

Ankle surgery in the offseason as has ben mentioned in the injury list post