Andrew Phillips has been traded to Essendon, he has played 41 career games including 27 games for Carlton & 14 games for GWS.
Phillips was selected at Pick 4 in the 2010 Rookie draft by the Giants, he was part of a multi-player trade in the 2015 trade period.
“With Andrew coming out of contract we were happy to facilitate a trade that allowed him to continue his playing career while it also saw us trade up in the fourth round.” Carlton GM of List Management & Strategy Stephen Silvagni.
Phillips averaged 11.4 Disposals, 3.6 Marks, 3.4 Tackles & 29.8 Hit Outs for the Blues in 2019, he played just 5 games.
“After nine years in the AFL system, he will also provide important experience and leadership, alongside Tom Bellchambers, for the development of Sam Draper.” Essendon GM List & Recruiting Adrian Dodoro.
The Real Season 2019: 14 Oct – 20 Oct
TRADE DETAILS
Essendon Receive
Andrew Phillips, Picks 61, 72
Carlton Receive
Picks 57,70
AFL FANTASY TAKE
Phillips moves to the Bombers in a backup role to Tom Bellchambers, given the injury history for Bellchambers expect Phillips to see game time in 2020.
Phillips averaged 80.0pts from 5 games in 2019, a pass in classic unless a long term injury eventuates for Bellchambers over the pre-season & a late round draft selection.
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