Jye Menzie is slated to be out for the next two weeks due to a shoulder injury sustained early in the Bombers’ victory over the Bulldogs in round five. Despite playing through the remainder of Friday’s match after the incident, the 21-year-old is experiencing significant discomfort and won’t be available in the near future.
Meanwhile, Matt Guelfi is progressing positively in his recovery from a calf strain that has kept him sidelined since round two. The forward is aiming to return to action for the Anzac Day game, pending his performance in training over the next fortnight.
Zach Reid, a key defender, continues to make strides in his rehabilitation program. Given his injury history, the club is prioritizing a thorough training regimen for him before he returns to competitive play. Training intensity has been gradually increasing for him in recent weeks.
Dylan Shiel had a successful comeback from an oblique strain by featuring in the VFL last Friday. Despite being on limited playing time, he managed to rack up 18 disposals and six clearances against Footscray.
Additionally, Tex Wanganeen returned to action in the reserves after recovering from foot surgery. He played the second half of the game following a lengthy absence due to the surgery.