Matthew Kennedy
2021 Stats
Goals
2
Behinds
1
Disposals
113
Kicks
63
Tackles
20
131 fantasy points in crushing loss
Kennedy attained 28 disposals, eight marks, seven tackles, six clearances and a single goal and behind each Saturday as Carlton suffered a crushing 140-45 defeat to Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
ANALYSIS
Kennedy caught fire on Saturday, putting up season-highs for handballs (13), and disposals and a personal-best tying eight marks en route to finishing the match leader in fantasy scoring (131 points). The 24 year-old continues to impress as the the Blues' 2021 campaign draws to a close, with the forward now averaging 22.4 disposals, 5.3 marks, 5.2 tackles, 3.8 clearances and 96.1 fantasy points in each of the nine appearances he's made since Jun. 19.
Kennedy caught fire on Saturday, putting up season-highs for handballs (13), and disposals and a personal-best tying eight marks en route to finishing the match leader in fantasy scoring (131 points). The 24 year-old continues to impress as the the Blues' 2021 campaign draws to a close, with the forward now averaging 22.4 disposals, 5.3 marks, 5.2 tackles, 3.8 clearances and 96.1 fantasy points in each of the nine appearances he's made since Jun. 19.
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27 disposals, eight marks in loss
Kennedy cleared 27 disposals, eight marks, five clearances and four tackles Saturday as Carlton fell to GWS 102-66 at Giants Stadium.
ANALYSIS
Making an appearance for the first time since April 17, Kennedy was dominant, setting personal-bests for kicks (16), marks and inside 50s (9) and finishing Saturday's match the lone member of the Blues' roster with 100+ fantasy points. Regardless, the 24 year-old has only appeared in three games in 2021, and, with a stat line highlighted by a median 14.3 disposals, 4.3 marks, 2.3 clearances and two tackles a showing, is a player with a long road to travel before proving a viable fantasy option for selection at midfield.
Making an appearance for the first time since April 17, Kennedy was dominant, setting personal-bests for kicks (16), marks and inside 50s (9) and finishing Saturday's match the lone member of the Blues' roster with 100+ fantasy points. Regardless, the 24 year-old has only appeared in three games in 2021, and, with a stat line highlighted by a median 14.3 disposals, 4.3 marks, 2.3 clearances and two tackles a showing, is a player with a long road to travel before proving a viable fantasy option for selection at midfield.
Available for selection
Kennedy (calf) will be available to rejoin the lineup for Sunday's contest versus Collingwood, Marni Olsson-Young of the Blues' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Kennedy missed out on the Blues' last contest because of the corked calf, but the issue appears to have subsided following some rest. He should resume his duties as a key piece for Carlton, checking in most recently as a half forward.
Kennedy missed out on the Blues' last contest because of the corked calf, but the issue appears to have subsided following some rest. He should resume his duties as a key piece for Carlton, checking in most recently as a half forward.
Out with corked calf
Kennedy will not play Friday versus Gold Coast due to a corked calf.
ANALYSIS
Kennedy's calf issue occurred in last week's contest versus Fremantle, and it appears he was unable to get up in time for Round 13. Given the rather minor nature of the issue, it seems likely he may be back in the mix fairly soon.
Kennedy's calf issue occurred in last week's contest versus Fremantle, and it appears he was unable to get up in time for Round 13. Given the rather minor nature of the issue, it seems likely he may be back in the mix fairly soon.
Scores twice in win
Kennedy scored two goals and one behind to go with 20 disposals (12 kicks, eight disposals) and made eight marks during Saturday's 64-57 win over North Melbourne.
ANALYSIS
Kennedy had his best showing of the season as he got onto the scoresheet for the first time. Among forwards, this performance looks even better since he's maintained good possession numbers and is starting to add goals.
Kennedy had his best showing of the season as he got onto the scoresheet for the first time. Among forwards, this performance looks even better since he's maintained good possession numbers and is starting to add goals.
Stars in season debut
Kennedy amassed 20 disposals (nine kicks, 11 handballs), four marks and one tackle in Sunday's 103-51 victory over the Bulldogs.
ANALYSIS
Playing in his first game of the season, Kennedy had an immediate impact, helping the Blues to easily their most impressive victory of the season. With fellow midfielder Patrick Cripps (shoulder) functioning at less than full capacity, it was Kennedy who took control from the start. The Blues have now won three games in a row and certainly have to be considered a realistic chance to play finals football this season.
Playing in his first game of the season, Kennedy had an immediate impact, helping the Blues to easily their most impressive victory of the season. With fellow midfielder Patrick Cripps (shoulder) functioning at less than full capacity, it was Kennedy who took control from the start. The Blues have now won three games in a row and certainly have to be considered a realistic chance to play finals football this season.