FULL GAME 1 STATISTICS VIA iSCORE
With only one hit, they need to find their bats. A strong running team, Melbourne’s strength is their ability to put runners on and build pressure with their superior leg speed. Scott Moore in particular is a barometer for this team and a weapon on the base paths. When he gets on, Melbourne have a tendency to score him with Moore leading the league in both runs scored (26) and stolen bases (15).
Four errors on the night didn’t help the Demons cause, but don’t expect this quality outfit to make that many errors for the rest of the Series.
CAN ESSENDON WRAP IT UP IN TWO?
Why not!
The Essendon monster continues to just get better in the face of adversity. Every time their challenged, they find a way to overcome it and just keep winning ballgames.
This is a team that hit’s through all nine spots in their line-up and with Michael Formisano, Luke Abels, Liam Bedford and Casey Jones yet to be sighted in the Grand Final Series, the Bombers will have plenty of well rested pitching staff ready to go for Game 2.
Game 2 is scheduled for 4.00PM this Saturday 11 March
Game 3 (if required) is also scheduled for 4.00PM on Sunday 12 March