AFL Rd 4 2023 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs North Melbourne

[LP]

Martin is a decent sub.  Can change a game but needs to prove he is durable I would have thought.

I think Martin has more than enough capability, and I agree as I fear his durability.

I think the Sub needs to be someone who can come on and go to 100% instantly with complete reliability, is that Martin?

[Thryleon]

My read of the Walsh return is that he's not ready. Am I missing something?

Not ready to have 35 touches, kick a few goals, rack up a few clearances, tackles, and goal assists, but we will likely get better value out of him than LOB even as a sub.

[Baggers]

The club said after r4, or by r4. Until we hear otherwise, I'm keeping my 'hope' powder dry.

[DJC]

It will be a pleasant surprise if Sam is named and the anticipation will continue to grow if he’s not.

[Three Votes]

Can't buy a ticket! Monday 9am...

A Norf Melb sell out?

More likely all 7 Norf members are bringing family along. 

[tonyo]

 On AFL site now that Walsh won’t play this week, but will probably return for Gather round against the Crows.  Kennedy and Martin also ruled out for this week.
 
Surely Dow gets a chance….?

[PaulP]

https://www.afl.com.au/news/897233/no-go...he-s-close

Looks like Sam Walsh will be back for the R5 Crows game.

[WASurfer]

Agree Tonyo....2 midfielders short, plus Acres. Maybe even a Kemp or Carroll along with Dow? Or stick with Doc in the middle and maybe bring in Cincotta or Plowman?

[NudeNut]

Can you leave LOB out after being the Sub every week and a Winger goes out? Very harsh if they do that.

[Mav]

The fact he was the sub and only got a quarter here and there could be used as the reason for sending him back to the VFL to get a full game under his belt.