There is a real sense of urgency at Princes Park following yet another disappointing season.ย
Failing to make finals for the eighth year in a row, the pressure is mounting on both the playing group and those staff members who have somehow escaped the boot.
Following such a poor year, the Blues looked to the off-season to try and bolster their stocks.
Throughout this time, not only did the Blues replace David Teague with Michael Voss, but they also added Adam Cerra and George Hewett to the mix.
With Blues fans eager to see how their new-look team fares, Carlton will be one of the most intriguing teams in the competition with all rival fans watching with anticipation.
Off-Season Moves
Ins:ย Adam Cerraย (Fremantle),ย George Hewettย (Sydneyย Swans),ย Lewis Youngย (Western Bulldogs),ย Jesse Motlop, Domanic Akuei.
Outs:ย Michael Gibbonsย (Delisted), Sam Ramsey (Delisted),ย Liam Jonesย (retired),ย Eddie Bettsย (Retired),ย Marc Murphyย (Retired),ย Levi Casboultย (retired),ย Sam Petrevski-Setonย (West Coastย Eagles).
Breakout Player
The Blues have no shortage of young talent, with one young gun in particular primed to have a stellar season. Zac Fisher struggled with his game throughout 2021, with an ankle injury sidelining the small forward for a chunk of the season.
Upon his return to the senior side, Fisher failed to make much significant impact, though his speed around the ball once again proved to be a valuable asset.
Fisher averaged 15.9 disposals a game in 2021, but under the guidance of new coach Voss who may look to utilise Fisher more in the midfield, may be able to improve his game further, with his classy disposal valuable around the ground.
With yet another pre-season under his belt, and looking in good form following Carlton's intraclub match, the 23-year-old looks on track to develop into yet another one of Carlton's young stars.
