Melbourne Update: Lachie Hunter

AFL Trade News: Lachie Hunter has been traded to Melbourne.

Melbourne receive Lachie Hunter.

Western Bulldogs receive 2023 3rd Rd.

Schache was selected at pick 2 in the 2015 AFL Draft by Brisbane, he moved to the Bulldogs at the end of 2017.

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“Lachie is an experienced player who possesses extremely high football IQ. He is an elite runner who is a proven high level and consistent performer at AFL Level.”

“We were keen to add another player with really strong decision making and a high skill level and Lachie brings that in spades.” Melbourne List Manager Tim Lamb.

TRADE DETAILS

Melbourne receive
Lachie Hunter
 
Western Bulldogs receive 
2023 3rd Rd.
 
Source:  Mitch Cleary, Melbourne
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Fantasy Impact: Lachie Hunter averaged 78.3pts from 10 games in 2022 at the Bulldogs, he scored a season high 112pts against Sydney in Round 3.

He averaged 19.5 disposals, 5.4 marks & 2.6 tackles.

Hunter scored 100pts or more in 20.0% of games.

He is likely set to play a wing role at Melbourne. 

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Although Hunter can produce solid fantasy numbers and there is the scoring upside potential he likely remains a pass in season long fantasy, his role out on a wing could produce inconsistent scoring.   

He’s a mid-late round option in single season draft leagues. 

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