AFL action returns this week as the first wave of pre-season matches - including an Indigenous All Stars clash - prepare to offer some insight into what fans can expect for the year ahead.
A total of 18 games - made up of differing practice sessions and Community Series fixtures - will run from February 15 to March 2, taking us to just four days out from the home and away season's opener.
To conclude another summer of expectations, training notes, selection calls and coaching strategies, the coming weeks will hope to uncover some positives for each club.
Here we assess and name what fans from each faithful will be hoping to see from their AFL team this pre-season.
6. Fremantle
Bolton proof of being the missing puzzle piece.
The first time Fremantle fans will get to see star recruit Shai Bolton might be as an opposing player for the Indigenous All Stars should he be deemed fit in time.
The Richmond premiership player was one of the headline movers in last year's player exchange window and looks set to fill a void in Justin Longmuir's side as a forward half spark who can role through midfield.
Whether it be for the All Stars or Fremantle, Bolton will hope to have an immediate impact in purple and be primed in time for a Round 1 bout against Geelong next month.
Pre-Season Opponents:Â Indigenous All Stars, Melbourne
