Essendon will be bolstered by the return of vice captain Andrew Welsh from suspension ahead of their trip north to play Sydney at the SCG on Sunday.
 
Jake Melksham also returns to the squad of 25 after overcoming an ankle injury while Travis Colyer has been named on the seven man interchange.
 
Tyson Slattery is a chance to make his AFL debut this week after being named in the extended list with the final side to be named tomorrow.
 
 
Fan Update: Dustin Fletcher and Ashley Prescott will appear at a NSW Essendon Supporter Group function this Saturday Night.

Raffles will be held on the evening with major prizes; a debut jumper will be presented to a past player, there will be a lucky door prize along with food and drinks to purchase. See details below:

Time: 6.30pm
Date: Saturday 5th June 2010
Place: Paddington RSL 220 - 232 Oxford Street PADDINGTON
Price: $15.00
Contact: Please contact Shaun Lawlor (0408 236 176).