Tom Mccartin managed only 38 — 18 below his 56 BE. Cash gen negative at $111/wk. Watch — needs bounce-back next round.
Tom Mccartin
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Should I trade Tom Mccartin?
Form, breakeven, and a comparable replacement weighed up.
Tom McCartin suffered a knee sprain and is listed as a test to return to play in Round 10. Community anticipates he will be back given positive framing.
Tom McCartin was absent from Sydney's R8 win over Melbourne. Multiple high-score comments flagged how much his absence hurt Sydney's defensive structure, with commenters saying his return is critical for the team to be a premiership contender.
Tom McCartin (T-Mac) has been ruled out of the Sydney Swans squad due to injury, confirmed across two team announcement posts. Lewis Melican has been named as his replacement in the selected side.
Tom McCartin ruled out approximately 3 weeks with an injury (scan results). Community very concerned given his All-Australian calibre form this season. Lewis Melican or Joel Hamling expected to come in.
Tom McCartin described as All-Australian dark horse in 2026. Community notes he has added offensive output to his elite key defensive game - more disposals, simpler ball use while maintaining 1-on-1 dominance. Callum Wilkie also mentioned as AA consideration.
Tom McCartin praised in Mongrel Punt review - commenters agree he has simplified his game and structure benefits. One of Sydney most improved this year.
Tom McCartin described as dominant in defence - shut down Naughton and ran the show. Multiple comments name him for AA. Getting better each week.
Tom McCartin is being discussed as an All-Australian smokey, with 25 touches and 12 marks in the R6 GWS game highlighted. Community consensus is he is among the best defenders in the competition and underrated nationally.