In the mix: Round 23
Hamish Hartlett is certain to return against the Tigers, while Matt Lobbe will face a fitness test
THERE are several potential changes for the Power in Round 23, but one thing is certain, Hamish Hartlett will return from suspension.
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PortAdelaideFC.com.au takes a look at who’s in the mix for both the Power and the Tigers ahead of our clash at the MCG.
Port Adelaide
Hartlett’s return from suspension will be a major boost for the Power’s midfield, which was impressive for three quarters against the Lions, but their young legs fell away in the final term in heavy conditions.
The player Hartlett will replace is unclear, but Nathan Blee, who was subbed off against the Lions, may come under pressure to keep his spot.
Matt Lobbe suffered a hamstring injury against Brisbane after dominating the ruck for the majority of the first three quarters.
While he returned to the field, his influence was limited and he will face a fitness test before the game.
If Lobbe doesn’t get up, expect Jarrad Redden to return after a 40-hitout performance for the Eagles in the SANFL.
With an extensive injury list, the selection committee have limited options to choose from for Round 23.
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Richmond
Brandon Ellis is the likely replacement for Matt White who will miss the game with a hamstring injury.
Influential ruckman Ivan Maric has been carrying a groin injury over the past few weeks but is expected to play the final game of the season.
The Tigers have a relatively short injury list but will be without first choice players Jake King, Reece Conca, Nathan Foley and Ty Vickery because of injury.
Full injury lists
Port Adelaide
Brendon Ah Chee, knee - season
Danny Butcher, hip - season
John Butcher, hip - season
Troy Chaplin, knee - season
Robbie Gray, knee - season
Cameron Hitchcock, hamstring - TBC
Ben Jacobs, ankles - season
Matthew Lobbe, hamstring - test
Andrew Moore, hamstring - season
Ben Newton, knee - season
Cam O’Shea, foot stress fracture - season
Jasper Pittard, adductor - test
Brent Renouf, knee - season
Nick Salter, foot - season
Jacob Surjan, back - TBC
Daniel Webb, pectoral tear - season
Richmond
Ben Griffiths (concussion) test
Matt Arnot (hamstring) season
Matt White (hamstring) season
Jake King (foot) season
Reece Conca (foot) season
Jeromey Webberley (groin) season
Dylan Grimes (hamstring) season
Nathan Foley (heel) season
Ty Vickery (shoulder) season