Rd 22 - Richmond vs Essendon - Fri 17/08 7:50pm MCG

[Trindacut]

The Tiger train rolls on and into round 22 in enviable shape. On top of the ladder with breathing room to spare and boasting an almost non-existent injury list, it's sunny skies at Punt Road after they shelved their poor interstate run with a hefty away win over Gold Coast on Saturday. They were even afforded the luxury of "managing" ruckman Toby Nankervis last week with the big man carrying a minor corked quad that would have benefitted from a rest. For the Bombers, a finals appearance is possible when it comes to crunching the numbers but they need plenty of things to go their way. A loss to the Tigers will end the dream despite their recent form that has seen them win seven of their last nine games. Captain Dyson Heppell will line up for his 150th AFL game in a game the Bombers will hope keeps their season alive.

[crowls]

barracking for the bombers in this one.   hopefully we turn up with our heads on straight.

[shaker]

Well the Bombers have a big chance tonight interested to see how the Tiges go with a few out but still hoping they can get the job done

[Ricochet]

No late changes for either side

[Toga]

Devon Smith a bit silly?

[TomK]

Devon Smith a bit silly?

very silly, lucky it didn't connect