Trent Cotchin’s looming exit will give Richmond added motivation to complete off the season effectively, interim Tigers coach Andrew McQualter says.
Cotchin will miss Sunday’s conflict with St Kilda at Marvel Stadium on account of calf soreness however is hoping to be again for Richmond’s closing two video games.
The Tigers stay an out of doors likelihood of taking part in finals, however might want to safe wins from their remaining three video games.
Cotchin is ready to return for subsequent week’s recreation in opposition to North Melbourne, and play in opposition to Port Adelaide in spherical 24.
“Trent’s been a warrior for our club for a long period of time,” McQualter informed reporters on Saturday.
“Now we know for certain that he’s finishing up at the end of this season.
“We’ll replicate on that so we’ll attempt to play in a approach that does justice for Trent.”
Richmond were inspired by Cotchin the last time they faced the Saints, winning a thriller in round 14 in the triple premiership captain’s 300th game.
But St Kilda also have serious motivation to perform as they sit seventh (11-9) and will need to win at least two of their final three matches to be assured of playing finals for just the second time since 2011.
Forward Tim Membrey returns for his first outing since round nine and will combine with star Max King.
“We’ve received to earn the precise (to play finals),” Saints coach Ross Lyon mentioned.
“We’ve been up and down a bit, we’re attempting to play our greatest footy and Tim Membrey will assist that.
“He’s a power forward and him and Max kicked (86) goals between them last year and we basically haven’t had them (in the same side this season).
“Our younger ahead line has executed their finest however perhaps it is the precise time for King and Membrey to get to work.”
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