MELBOURNE has named an extended line-up for its clash with St Kilda.
Within the 26-player squad, the Dees have confirmed three club debutants, with any further first-gamers to be confirmed in tomorrow's team announcement at 5pm.
Jack Steele, Changkuoth Jiath and Brody Mihocek will all pull on the red and blue for the first time officially.
The Dees will face the Saints on Sunday, looking to get their 2026 campaign off to a winning start.
Jack Viney and Jake Bowey remain unavailable for selection due to Achilles and foot concerns, while promising young forward Luker Kentfield will also miss.
A host of Demons are set to return this weekend across Melbourne and Casey, with Jai Culley, Bayley Fritsch, Brody Mihocek, Andy Moniz-Wakefield and Jack Henderson all cleared to play in some capacity.
From the 26 players named, 23 will be selected in the final team, which will be confirmed tomorrow at 5pm (AEDT).
Dees fans are able to purchase tickets to the 3:15pm clash here, or tune in via the Seven Network, Fox Footy or Kayo Sports.
