Confirmation from GWS tonight that popular target Lachie Whitfield will not play in Round 7, the half-back midfielder received a leg cork early in the 2nd Qtr last week restricting his movement.
Essendon play on Sunday and may leave a couple of decisions very late, Devon Smith injured his knee last week against Collingwood & Orazio Fantasia was a late withdrawal due to illness.
(Devon) Smith & (Orazio) Fantasia are coming along well.. there’s more to get through ahead of Sunday. – Essendon coach John Worsfold today.
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley hasn’t put any type of rest on the agenda for younger players, clearly he has backed them in early in the season & will continue to do so.
We will manage them closely.. They wont be rested unless they are out of form – Ken Hinkley on Power young players today.
2019 Injury Report: Round 7
Geelong omitted midfielder Charlie Constable 1 week after returning from a rest, Constable was solid last week finishing with 21 Disposals, 6 Marks, 2 Tackles & 1 Goal.
Geelong may look to rest Gary Ablett & other players throughout the season, coach Chris Scott made it clear their intentions in the lead up to what should be a Finals appearance in 2019.
The message we’d like to convey is that Gary (Ablett) & a group of other players will be managed throughout the year.. We don’t know when exactly that will be, but it’s coming. – Chris Scott today.
AFL Fantasy Team Points: Round 6
Richmond key forward Jack Riewoldt was close to being shut down for the season if he underwent knee surgery, he injured his knee last week against Melbourne & is expected to return around the Bye period for the Tigers.
Nth Melbourne coach Brad Scott flagged potential late changes for their Round 7 game against Carlton on Sunday, final teams will be announced on Friday but a couple of Kangaroos may be given until the last minute to prove fitness.
We’ll probably name Marley Williams & Luke McDonald in the squad tonight, but we’ll then have to see how they track between now & Sunday. – Brad Scott.
Fantasy News Today: 1 May, 2019
St Kilda midfielder Jack Steven will take personal leave from the club, the Saints announced it would be an extended period with no time frame for a return.
Former Collingwood defender Jono Marsh will make his St Kilda debut in Round 7, he was picked up via the SSP in late March.
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