Carlton missing the 8 would be great but freo missing is also good, forced their hand to go all in for Shai.
Yeah, if Blues finish 8th then they have to go to the GABBA to play so good luck to them. My concern would be if Bulldogs lose the GWS, Blues win then there is a good chance Blues get to stay in Melbourne and play Hawks. (I know Hawks belted them but hate the thought of the blues winning that game and not travelling).