Vandenberg Not Available For Hawks
The Hawks have had an interesting preseason, they discovered some new talent, had to deal with a few reports and now they have to adjust their round 1 plans with Richard Vandenberg out of action. He is another AFL player with a preseason hamstring injury.
News from Hawthorn: Captain to miss start of season
AFL Fantasy Impact:
Not many fantasy teams had Vandenberg in their lineup last season, and that will continue for this season. What his injury does change is the fantasy value of some of the younger Hawthorn players. Crawford and Brown are also suspended for round 1, and now with Vandenberg to miss games it gives playing time to Hawks like Clarke, Young and Guerra. Birchall, Lewis and Sewell will continue to be quality fantasy players in 2007 and should start the season with increased stats as they will take on more responsibility with the veterans out. Vandenberg's injury could open a spot for Xavier Ellis, Hawthorn fans want to see him in action and for fantasy coaches Ellis has great statistical potential combined with a bargain-basement price.
News from Hawthorn: Captain to miss start of season
AFL Fantasy Impact:
Not many fantasy teams had Vandenberg in their lineup last season, and that will continue for this season. What his injury does change is the fantasy value of some of the younger Hawthorn players. Crawford and Brown are also suspended for round 1, and now with Vandenberg to miss games it gives playing time to Hawks like Clarke, Young and Guerra. Birchall, Lewis and Sewell will continue to be quality fantasy players in 2007 and should start the season with increased stats as they will take on more responsibility with the veterans out. Vandenberg's injury could open a spot for Xavier Ellis, Hawthorn fans want to see him in action and for fantasy coaches Ellis has great statistical potential combined with a bargain-basement price.
