Barometer: All the latest injury news at your club after Round 2

BULLDOGS recruit Jackson Trengove has suffered a cracked shoulder blade, putting more pressure on the club’s defence. While there’s more injury news out of Hawthorn and Collingwood. WHO’S HURT AT YOUR CLUB?

The Blues are confident Matthew Kreuzer will return. Picture: AAP

THE third longest current streak of consecutive games looks set to end with Hawk Shaun Burgoyne suffering a hamstring strain against Geelong.

Meanwhile, Bulldog Jackson Trengove is facing a stint on the sidelines after suffering a cracked shoulder blade in the loss to West Coast.

There was carnage at the MCG between Collingwood and GWS on Saturday, and Adelaide’s injury list continues to grow but the Tigers might have some good news on the injury front.

See who’s hurt and who could be up for selection at your club heading into Round 3.

An injured Shaun Burgoyne leaves the ground with Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson. Picture: Getty Images

ADELAIDE

INJURIES

Brad Crouch (groin) 6 weeks

Matt Crouch (hamstring) TBC

Kyle Cheney (hamstring) TBC

Sam Gibson (hamstring) test

Curtley Hampton (groin) test

Alex Keath (ankle) test

Riley Knight (ankle) 1-2 weeks

Tom Lynch (strain) test

David Mackay (concussion) test

Andrew McPherson (groin) TBC

Brodie Smith (knee) indefinite

Daniel Talia (knee) test

ON THE BLOCK: After a strong, backs-to-the-wall triumph against the team that beat it in last year’s grand final, Richmond, coach Don Pyke will have great difficulty dropping any men who played in the Thursday night blockbuster at Adelaide Oval. The Crows’ issues aren’t form-based but of the injury variety. Adelaide had four injuries during the match, with two players — club champion Matt Crouch (hamstring) and dashing wingman David Mackay (concussion) — unable to finish the game. The Crows would like more out of athletic forward Mitch McGovern but his place is assured — at least for now. Fellow key forward Josh Jenkins momentarily silenced his critics with a superb five-goal performance on star Tigers defender Alex Rance.

ON THE CUSP: Richard Douglas will return from a one-match suspension, which will be timely given Crouch’s seemingly serious hamstring injury. The Crows hope to also regain important forward Tom Lynch, who hasn’t played this season. He missed the Round 1 loss to Essendon with a side strain and the round two win against Richmond through illness. Defender Kyle Cheney was pushing his case for promotion in the SANFL on Saturday before straining a hamstring in the third quarter. Adelaide’s reserves got thumped by 95 points by Port Adelaide, with its best player being rookie and Sturt premiership utility Patrick Wilson.

ANDREW CAPEL’S FORECAST: Douglas will come into the side for Crouch for Saturday night’s clash against St Kilda at Etihad Stadium. Beyond that, Adelaide will be sweating on the fitness of key men Sloane and Talia, along with Mackay. Sloane and Talia were forced from the ground against the Tigers but returned after medical treatment to play key roles in the win. Mackay was knocked out in the final quarter but the nine-day break between games gives him a good chance of proving his fitness during the week.

Matt Crouch injured his hamstring against the Tigers. Picture: Sarah Reed

BRISBANE LIONS

INJURIES

Marco Paparone (sciatic nerve) 2-3 weeks

Daniel Rich (ankle) test

Sam Skinner (knee) indefinite

Toby Wooller (finger) 9-11 weeks

ON THE BLOCK: Sam Mayes is struggling. Rohan Bewick, Cedric Cox and Rhys Mathieson were the inclusions for the match against Melbourne with Cox and Mathieson playing well. The Lions like Bewick’s run but he wastes the footy. Josh Walker has not made a great start to the season and Connor Ballenden went OK in a NEAFL match against the Suns but it would give the Lions a very inexperienced forward line if Walker went out of the side.

ON THE CUSP: Mitch Robinson is an automatic inclusion these days and given he generally plays as a pressure forward these days it may be someone in the forward line who has to make way. Zac Bailey was the Lions’ best in the NEAFL scratch match against the Suns, his third big outing at that level. He is banging on the door.

ANDREW HAMILTON’S FORECAST: The Lions are entering a tough fortnight on the road with matches against red hot Port Adelaide in Adelaide and the premiers Richmond at the MCG. Only the most one-eyed fan would see a potential win in those games. Brisbane have to retain their competitiveness and make sure they do not abandon Chris Fagan’s game plan under the pressure they are likely to face.

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CARLTON

INJURIES

Ciaran Byrne (quad) TBC

Sam Docherty (knee) season

Matthew Kreuzer (groin) test

Matthew Kennedy (ankle) test

Darcy Lang (ankle) test

Matthew Lobbe (quad) test

Jarrod Pickett (wrist) 10 weeks

Alex Silvagni (hamstring) 1-2 weeks

Tom Williamson (back) 2-3 weeks

ON THE BLOCK: What has happened to Jacob Weitering? The kid is only in his third year, but given how bright the start to his career has been, his form slump has caught the eye.

Blues coach Brendon Bolton denied the former No.1 draft pick was injured, with a lack of confidence probably more Weitering’s issue along with a tendency to over-think things.

The key defender was stationed forward against the Suns but was anonymous, with only one kick to half time. Youngster Cameron Polson was quiet in game two and Levi Casboult had a shocker filling in for Matthew Kreuzer in the ruck but they had plenty of company.

ON THE CUSP: Kreuzer was a late withdrawal with groin soreness, but Bolton said he was confident the critically important big man would be right next week. Matthew Kennedy missed with an ankle, but is also given every chance of facing Collingwood in Round 3.

Jack Silvagni kicked three goals after being dropped, while former No.10 draft pick Harry McKay started brightly in a five-mark two-goal game. Nick Graham had 27 touches and 10 clearances.

SAM EDMUND’S FORECAST: The popular call going into the Round 2 match against Gold Coast was “If Carlton play like they did against Richmond they’ll win.” But they didn’t — and they didn’t. While ultimately exposed by the Tigers, the Blues were clean and decisive against the premier. But against the Suns they committed the sort of clangers that would make an under 11s coach blush. Bolton called it an “easy fix” and he will pray they are not merely empty words. Because if people believe they would have beaten a lot of sides with the form they showed against the Tigers, they should know they won’t beat anyone with the form they showed against the Suns. The microscope will be as large as ever, perhaps against both teams, when they take on archrival Collingwood this week.

Collingwood midfielder Tim Broomhead is expected to miss up to a year after breaking his leg. Picture: Getty Image

COLLINGWOOD

INJURIES

Tim Broomhead (leg) indefinite

Mason Cox (suspension) available

Jordan De Goey (hamstring) test

Jamie Elliott (ankle) 1 week

Levi Greenwood (knee) indefinite

Tyson Goldsack (knee) season

Adam Oxley (shoulder) 1-2 weeks

Darcy Moore (hamstring) 4 weeks

Josh Smith (hamstring) 2-3 weeks

Daniel Wells (achilles) test

ON THE BLOCK: There will be two forced changes for Friday night’s clash with Carlton. Tim Broomhead will miss up to a year after his sickening double break of his tibia and fibula on Saturday, while Darcy Moore’s hamstring issues mean he won’t play for up to a month. There were more than a few sore players in the rooms after the GWS loss, but the Magpies are confident they will be able to play off the quick back-up. It was a tough weekend, compounded by Kayle Kirby’s dramatic collapse on the field in a VFL practice match due to an irregular heart rhythm, with doctors still trying to get to the bottom of what caused it.

ON THE CUSP: Ben Reid (hip soreness) was close to playing on Saturday, but the club opted to take the cautious approach. He will more than likely return against the Blues, while Mason Cox is available for selection again after serving his one-game ban. Jordan De Goey and Daniel Wells are expected to return via the VFL this weekend.

GLENN McFARLANE’S FORECAST: This looms as a crucial game for Collingwood. Coach Nathan Buckley said there was a “payday” pending soon if they can replicate the effort and endeavour of Round 2, as opposed to the poor performance in the opening round. It won’t be easy, as the Blues upset the Pies in their “125th birthday celebrations” last year and would love nothing more than to do it again. Buckley is still tweaking with his attack, having been forced to go in with an undersized forward line last week. Expect them to go taller this week. Brodie Grundy was enormous last week, and is a key player heading into this week’s game.

ESSENDON

INJURIES

Patrick Ambrose (wrist) indefinite

Travis Colyer (foot) 4 weeks

Orazio Fantasia (knee) test

Marty Gleeson (ankle) 11-12 weeks

David Myers (calf) test

Ben McNiece (hamstring) test

Kobe Mutch (knee) test

ON THE BLOCK: Adam Saad was troubled by what looked like a knee issue in the third quarter but played out the game albeit not at his dashing best and will be monitored this week. Bombers great Matthew Lloyd whacked Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti on Channel 9, declaring he’s not working hard enough after managing just seven disposals and a goal in the loss to Fremantle. Jake Stringer was quiet, picking up just nine disposals but he surely won’t be dropped for the clash against his old side the Bulldogs next Sunday.

ON THE CUSP: Defender Mark Baguley will likely come into consideration for a recall after again playing in a VFL practice match on Saturday. Orazio Fantasia is nearing a return after knee surgery and was back in full training late last week and will ramp up his bid to return this week. It is now only a matter of time before he returns, with the goalkicker now only requiring enough conditioning to play matches. David Myers will also train this week after scans cleared him of any tear in his calf. Jayden Laverde returned in the VFL after a hamstring injury and booted one goal.

KATE SALEMME’S FORECAST: It was a disappointing performance from the Bombers against the Dockers after missing a good opportunity to be unbeaten after two rounds. The midfield was beaten, with Zach Merrett and Dyson Heppell quieter than usual and Joe Daniher was well held up forward but don’t expect John Worsfold to make too many changes. Devon Smith has been a shining light in his first two matches in Bombers colours and should only get better as he is awarded more midfield minutes. The next month is tough, with Western Bullodgs, Port Adelaide (home), Collingwood and Melbourne so we’ll know soon just how good the Bombers can be this season.

FREMANTLE

INJURIES

Harley Bennell (calf) TBC

Stefan Giro (knee) 3-5 weeks

Griffin Logue (foot) TBC

Lee Spurr (knee) 3-5 weeks

ON THE BLOCK: Bradley Hill went off in the final quarter of Fremantle’s stunning win over Essendon with a knee injury, but returned to the field soon after and should be right to take on Gold Coast. It’s hard to see coach Ross Lyon making too many changes after a promising team performance, with youngsters and veterans combining well and the back six rock solid.

ON THE CUSP: Darcy Tucker, one of four Dockers axed after their opening-round loss to Port Adelaide, put his hand up for a recall. Tucker had 28 disposals including a clutch final-quarter goal in Peel Thunder’s narrow WAFL win over East Fremantle on Good Friday. Danyle Pearce had a team-high 32 possessions, while Shane Kersten also impressed in his new defensive role.

JORDAN McARDLE’S FORECAST: There’s a lot to like about Freo’s first-year players, with top-five picks Andrew Brayshaw and Adam Cerra and rookie Bailey Banfield looking right at home at AFL level. The Dockers play a second straight game at the new Perth Stadium this weekend, with Gold Coast hosting a ‘home’ game there due to Metricon Stadium being unavailable during the Commonwealth Games. Returning defender Alex Pearce is likely to get the job on in-form Suns forward Tom Lynch after keeping Joe Daniher goalless for the first time in 40 games. Veteran David Mundy looks set to spend more time up forward, while Matt Taberner showed signs he may finally live up to his potential with a four-goal haul against the Bombers.

GEELONG

INJURIES

Lachie Henderson (knee) 2 weeks

Lincoln McCarthy (quad) 1 weeks

Quinton Narkle (knee) tbc

Harry Taylor (foot) 5 weeks

Jack Henry concussion test

Esava Ratugolea TBC TBC

ON THE CUSP: Midfielder Scott Selwood picked up 27 touches and four tackles in Geelong’s narrow VFL win. Jordan Cunico led the way with 32 disposals while rookie Stewart Crameri booted two goals from 16 possessions. Mitch Duncan (hamstring) is a chance to return after he was a late withdrawal on Easter Monday while Zac Smith might be required to take on Nic Naitanui.

ON THE BLOCK: Geelong has a problem in the ruck with Zac Smith and Rhys Stanley getting beaten by Max Gawn and Ben McEvoy in the first two rounds. Cats coach Chris Scott will consider playing them both but if he goes for one this week that means Stanley could get chopped. Debutant Jack Henry suffered concussion against Hawthorn and has only six days to recover while Nakia Cockatoo didn’t light up Easter Monday like the flashy speedster can. Sam Menegola is another Cat who needs to find another gear.

SAM LANDSBERGER’S FORECAST: The Cats are one straight Max Gawn kick away from a 0-2 start, although they might’ve played two top-four contenders in Melbourne and Hawthorn. The inside 50m discrepancy is alarming with Geelong -23 against the Dees and -19 against the Hawks. They’re ultra-efficient once they feed it in, but if they leak another 60-odd against the Eagles on Sunday you suspect a forward line with the versatility of Jack Darling, Mark LeCras, Liam Ryan and co will kick a winning score against an undersized backline at their shiny new home ground.

GOLD COAST SUNS

INJURIES

Pearce Hanley (shoulder) test

Peter Wright (calf) test

ON THE BLOCK: Like the season-opener, it’s hard to pick holes after that performance. Also, they again got through with a clean bill of health.

ON THE CUSP: The Suns have a very healthy list, a nice change from recent seasons, with Sean Lemmens (hamstring) and Harrison Wigg (ankle) returning from injury in the NEAFL over the weekend but will need more conditioning before pushing for senior selection. Will Brodie was named by co-captain Steven May as a player who is edging closer to selection.

SAM EDMUND’S FORECAST: Who needs a home game when you’re playing like this? The Suns can’t access their home ground until Round 11 because of the Commonwealth Games, but such is the transformation of this side they’re not worldbeaters, the Gold Coast, but what they are is much harder to beat under Stuart Dew. Organised without the ball, they tackle with intent and are playing with a level of hunger that will win them a fair chunk of games this year. 98 tackles in a Cairns bath is one thing; laying 94 on a fast track like Etihad Stadium is another. Fremantle are up next in Perth. The Dockers would want to be ready.

Tom Scully screams in pain after breaking his ankle against the Magpies. Picture: Getty Images

GWS GIANTS

INJURIES

Toby Greene (hamstring) test

Matt Buntine (knee) 3 weeks

Brent Daniels (knee) 4-5 weeks

Adam Kennedy (knee) 3-5 weeks

Will Setterfield (knee) season

Tom Scully (ankle) indefinite

Zac Williams (achilles) indefinite

ON THE BLOCK: There will be a forced changed for GWS this weekend with confirmation Tom Scully has broken his ankle and has had surgery. He will miss an extended period. Zac Langdon injured his hand late in the match and will need to get the all clear for Saturday. Aidan Corr was a late inclusion for Toby Greene (hamstring) and was serviceable but could be under pressure to retain his spot.

ON THE CUSP: Greene will return this week after coach Leon Cameron said he was “about 95 per cent” right for the clash with Collingwood. Jacob Hopper got through in the NEAFL and is surely pushing for a recall after overcoming injury. Ryan Griffen played three quarters in his return from an ankle injury but is still a few weeks away from being considered for AFL selection.

KATE SALEMME’S FORECAST: The Giants found a way to win against Collingwood and notched up a win at the MCG in the process, which would have pleased Cameron no end. They also did it without star Josh Kelly having a quiet game by his standards after just 19 disposals and a goal, which is a great sign. It’s been a good start to the season that can get even better if GWS can knock off Sydney in the derby this Saturday. From there the Giants face Fremantle (home), struggling St Kilda (away) and Brisbane (home) and should be able to cement their spot at the top of the ladder. After enduring a horror run with injuries last year and with three long-term ones already with Zac Williams (achilles), Will Setterfield (knee) and now Scully (ankle), the Giants need a clean bill of health over the next few weeks.

HAWTHORN

INJURIES

Grant Birchall (knee) 10-12 weeks

Jonathan Ceglar (back) test

Will Langford (hand) test

James Frawley (foot) test

Shaun Burgoyne (hamstring) tbc

ON THE BLOCK: The third longest current streak of consecutive games looks set to end with the ever-durable Shaun Burgoyne expected to miss some football after suffering a hamstring strain. It left the Hawks vulnerable in terms of rotations after half-time on Monday, but they were still able to produce the goods against the Cats. Firebrand James Sicily is under match review for his clash with Joel Selwood, with the prospect the Hawks may have to find a replacement for him.

ON THE CUSP: The Hawks are hopeful late withdrawal James Frawley can prove his fitness ahead of Sunday’s big clash with Richmond. He failed to get over a foot strain he suffered in the opening game, but the belief is he will take on the Tigers. His replacement on the weekend, Kaiden Brand, performed well in defence.

GLENN McFARLANE’S FORECAST: Can the Hawks make it three-in-a-row against the Tigers? There is no reason why they can’t, even if they have four fewer days in terms of preparation than their opponents. But the way Alastair Clarkson’s side is gelling at the moment is something to behold. A strong win over Collingwood was backed up with an even more impressive effort against Geelong. If Tom Mitchell hasn’t got three Brownlow votes, something is wrong, and we can’t wait to see Mitchell and Dustin Martin butt heads this week.

MELBOURNE

INJURIES

Tom McDonald (toe) 6-7 weeks

Pat McKenna (hamstring) indefinite

Jack Viney (foot) 6-7 weeks

Aaron vandenBerg (ankle) indefinite

ON THE BLOCK: The Demons survived a scare against the Lions to secure their first win of the season but Josh Wagner and Christian Salem might be under pressure to retain their spot in the team after just 12 and 13 disposals respectively. Bayley Fritsch copped a knee to the ribs and looked in trouble but returned to the field.

ON THE CUSP: Mitch Hannan responded to his axing by starring in a VFL practice match for Casey in their huge win over Frankston, while Angus Brayshaw also pressed his case for senior selection as he was prominent through the midfield. Dean Kent (four goals) and Sam Weideman (three) hit the scoreboard.

KATE SALEMME’S FORECAST: Melbourne hasn’t beaten North Melbourne since 2006 — is this finally the year? The Demons will have their work cut out for them with the Kangaroos flying high after their big upset win over the Saints on Good Friday. It’s a must-win game for Simon Goodwin’s team, with Hawthorn, Richmond, Essendon and St Kilda to come. This next month could set up their season. The Demons have been widely tipped as 2018’s big movers but just how good can this team be? We’re about to find out as they go head-to-head with fellow finals contenders.

NORTH MELBOURNE

INJURIES

Ben Cunnington (hip) test

Taylor Garner (groin) test

Kyron Hayden (shoulder) 1-2 weeks

Oscar Junker (concussion) test

Declan Watson (knee) season

ON THE BLOCK: A few minor concerns for the Roos with Ben Cunnington (hip), Nathan Hrovat (ankle) and Trent Dumont (lower leg) copping a few niggling ailments against the Saints. The trio played out the match but were restricted in some form, particularly Cunnington, who spent most of the last quarter in the forward line.

ON THE CUSP: While it was only a practice game, Majak Daw appears to be thriving as a defender and was named best on ground against the VFL Magpies. “His game has gone to another level down back and tonight was really encouraging for everyone to see,” Kangaroos’ VFL coach David Loader told the club’s website. Young forward Nick Larkey is breaking down the door after another four goals, which followed seven goals last week, but have may have to bide his time because of team balance.

FORECAST: When you bring the effort the rewards will follow, and that’s what happened for the Kangaroos on Friday against the Saints. They nearly blew it after a 0.6 first quarter but to their credit, the Roos never dropped their heads. The win will inject plenty of confidence in the group heading into this Saturday’s clash against Melbourne, a team the Kanagas haven’t lost to since 2007.

PORT ADELAIDE

INJURIES

Matthew Broadbent (ankle) 4-5 weeks

Willem Drew (foot) TBC

Cameron Hewett (shin) TBC

Jasper Pittard (hamstring) 2-3 weeks

Paddy Ryder (achilles) 4-6 weeks

Chad Wingard (hamstring) TBC

ON THE BLOCK: No Ryder no worries ... well, apart from the hamstring injury to Chad Wingard. Port will sweat on scans for the gun goalkicker, who struggled with soft tissue injuries during the preseason, but would be pleased with its 2-0 start after vanquishing the Swans in emphatic fashion on Sunday. Key position youngster Dougal Howard didn’t go near it, while recruits Tom Rockliff and Jack Watts lowered their colours in their second outing for their new club.

ON THE CUSP: Port’s SANFL side fielded 16 AFL-listed players on the weekend and it showed up on the scoreboard with a 95-point thrashing of Adelaide’s feeder club. New recruit Lindsay Thomas was electric booting six goals and he would surely be first cab off the rank if Wingard was to miss time. Promising young midfielder Joe Atley was best on ground with 24 disposals in the Magpies’ win, while Jake Neade gave his hopes of a senior game a boost.

MICHAEL RANDALL’S FORECAST: First-teamers Ryder, Jasper Pittard and Matthew Broadbent will miss again while Wingard is in doubt, but the Power have an embarrassment of riches to call upon for a date with Brisbane at home that should be a third win in as many tries.

Dion Prestia played in a VFL practice game on the weekend. Picture: Getty Images

RICHMOND

INJURIES

Nathan Broad (club suspension) 1 week

Dion Prestia (hamstring) test

Daniel Rioli (foot) TBC

Nick Vlastuin (concussion) test

ON THE BLOCK: Reece Conca and Corey Ellis remain on the fringe of the best 22 and could pay the price for the Tigers’ first loss in almost eight months. Shai Bolton has kicked one goal in the first two rounds.

ON THE CUSP: Nick Vlastuin missed the Crows game as a precaution after reporting symptoms of delayed concussion and should come straight back in. Dion Prestia made a successful return from a hamstring injury in the Tigers’ VFL practice match, picking up 19 disposals before being rested halfway through the third quarter. Does he need another week? Top draft pick Jack Higgins is knocking on the door — he was an emergency on Thursday night and pushed his case with 22 touches, five tackles and a goal against Box Hill. Connor Menadue and Anthony Miles also get plenty of it.

AL PATON’S FORECAST: Richmond won’t be the last team to lose to the Crows at Adelaide Oval this year but there were some worrying signs, notably leaking 18 goals and a -48 smashing in contested possessions. Prestia would help fix that but may not be risked against the Hawks. Some good news on a weekend of carnage across the competition — the Tigers’ injury list is almost cleared with Nathan Drummond and Shaun Hampson making successful returns in the VFL.

ST KILDA

INJURIES

Nathan Freeman (hamstring) 6-7 weeks

Billy Longer (groin) test

Darren Minchington (knee) 6-7 weeks

Ben Paton (thumb) test

ON THE BLOCK: Alan Richardson said it wasn’t the right game to assess the effectiveness of his tall forward trio, Josh Bruce, Tim Membrey and Paddy McCartin. The poor delivery makes it hard to argue, but the tall forwards combined for 0.3 in that disaster against North Melbourne. McCartin escaped suspension and you’d think Richardson persists for another week. Billy Longer was desperate to make an impression after lowering his colours to Stef Martin in Round 1, but the ruckman was well beaten by Todd Goldstein and then copped a nasty blow to the groin. Will need to prove fitness as much as anything.

Draftee Hunter Clark was quiet and could have a spell. Ditto Ben Long.

ON THE CUSP: Quite a few, thankfully. If the axe swings hard, Richardson and co. won’t have to search hard for replacements. Coburg’s VFL practice match hours before the Saints’ surrender to North saw several hands go up.

Maverick Weller (25 disposals and five goals), Luke Dunstan (36 touches), Jack Lonie and Josh Battle (three goals each) all put their best case forward.

SAM EDMUND’S FORECAST: A huge three weeks await this club. Richardson’s fifth year in charge — this is supposed to be the season the Saints return to finals action and the club is well aware of the expectation. But a pair of JLT losses, an unconvincing Round 1 win over the rebuilding Brisbane Lions and the Good Friday horror show against North Melbourne have raised questions. Contested ball, a St Kilda strength in recent times, has emerged as an issue and they were beaten by 31 against the Roos. Now comes perhaps the toughest stretch of games you can get in this league. Adelaide (home), Geelong (away) and GWS (home) are lined up next. It’s early, but this could already be a make-or-break stretch for this side.

SYDNEY SWANS

INJURIES

Jordan Dawson (quad) 1 week

Alex Johnson (groin) 1 week

Sam Reid (hamstring) test

Dan Hannerbery (knee) test

Zac Jones (calf) test

Sam Naismith (knee) season

Toby Pink (ankle) 6-8 weeks

ON THE BLOCK: Gary Rohan rarely gets big numbers but finds ways to impact the contest, he didn’t against Port and will come under pressure if Sam Reid is available. Lewis Melican had one of his poorer games against Port Adelaide but will be needed to combat the Giants tall talent in their forward line including Jeremy Cameron, Jon Patton and Harry Himmelberg. Robbie Fox worked hard against Port but lacks the polish of Nic Newman.

ON THE CUSP: Sam Reid is yet to play this year after a late withdrawal from the West Coast match with hamstring tightness. He is expected to make his return for the Sydney Derby at the SCG on Saturday night. Zak Jones was a late scratching from the Port Adelaide loss with a tight calf and will be tested at training this week. Nic Newman will also be a chance to return after the Swans surprise loss to Port.

NEIL CORDY’S FORECAST: The six day break will work against Dan Hannebery who copped a knock to his knee late in the match. Also challenging him is his limited pre-season due to a calf injury. If Sam Reid is fit he will add plenty to the Swans forward line which lacked a second target to play alongside Lance Franklin. Zak Jones contested football and speed around the contest was missed on Saturday and if fit will be an automatic in.

WEST COAST

INJURIES

Brendon Ah Chee (ankle) 3 weeks

Josh Kennedy (ankle) 3 weeks

Eric Mackenzie (toe) indefinite

Nathan Vardy (adductor) 4 weeks

ON THE BLOCK: West Coast escaped Melbourne with no extra injury concerns and a rare four points on Sunday, whacking a hapless Western Bulldogs by 51 points. Willie Rioli didn’t see a ton of it in his AFL debut, but its hard to see the Eagles making too many changes after the impressive result.

ON THE CUSP: Little bit hard to pick anyone out when the Eagles’ WAFL affiliate East Perth was absolutely flogged by 118 points by Subiaco. Mark Hutchings found a ton of it for the Royals with 29 touches, while ruckman Fraser McInnes (21 possessions, two goals and 36 hit-outs) would probably get a game elsewhere, but he sits behind Nic Naitanui and Scott Lycett. Teen key position big man Jarrod Brander made his WAFL debut and impressed with his ferocious attack on the ball and high marking ability.

MICHAEL RANDALL’S FORECAST: Still not sure what to make of the Eagles. They were a Buddy Franklin short of beating Sydney in Round 1 — Josh Kennedy, anyone? — and then made mincemeat out of the Bulldogs on the weekend. Are they better than advertised or overachieving early? A visit from Geelong on Sunday could go a ways to answering that question.

WESTERN BULLDOGS

INJURIES

Jackson Trengove (shoulder) 2-3 weeks

Marcus Adams (ankle) 8-9 weeks

Kieran Collins (ankle) 5-6 weeks

Hayden Crozier (knee) 4-5 weeks

Tom Liberatore (knee) season

Dale Morris (knee) 10-12 weeks

Liam Picken (concussion) indefinite

Jordan Roughead (concussion) TBC

Clay Smith (knee) 4-5 weeks

Josh Schache (calf) TBC

ON THE BLOCK: Key defender Jackson Trengove will miss at least three weeks after suffering a cracked shoulder blade in the loss to West Coast. The club revealing the recruit copped a knee in the back in a marking contest. Lin Jong copped a cut head and Jordan Roughead was also light-headed after receiving a knock on Sunday. They’ll be sore boys. Luke Dahlhaus is under increasing pressure to keep his spot after only another 15 touches. Caleb Daniel is also in the gun. He did not have a contested possession and managed only one tackle.

ON THE CUSP: Luke Beveridge said Mitch Wallis and Tory Dickson were the two who could come back in. Jack Redpath will finally be eligible after a stuff-up last weekend in the VFL. And Lewis Young will press hard to help beef-up a decimated back line. The Bombers have some decent aerial power in attack.

JAY CLARK’S FORECAST: What happened to the Dogs? After a stunning flag in 2016, the team has lost all its tenacious hallmarks and have been thrashed in the first two games this year. Yes it’s a different-looking team, but where has the spirit gone? Essendon will look to make it a hat-trick of defeats for the Dogs on Sunday at Etihad Stadium.

Originally published as Barometer: All the latest injury news at your club after Round 2