The Melbourne Demons have unveiled their new ruck duo for the upcoming AFL pre-season, with Max Gawn and Braydon Preuss set to take the field. The Demons have been searching for a reliable ruck combination since the retirement of former star ruckman Mark Jamar in 2016, and they believe they have found their answer in Gawn and Preuss.
Max Gawn is a familiar face to Demons fans, having been a part of the club since 2014. The 27-year-old is coming off a strong 2018 season, where he was named All Australian for the second time in his career. He is widely regarded as one of the best ruckman in the league, and his presence will be a major boost for the Demons.
Braydon Preuss is a relative newcomer to the club, having been traded from North Melbourne during the 2018 trade period. The 24-year-old is an imposing figure at 200cm tall, and he has shown flashes of brilliance in his limited time at the Demons. He will be looking to make a big impression in the pre-season and cement his place in the team.
The Demons have also welcomed back veteran ruckman David Ross, who returns to the club after a two-year absence. Ross has been training with the team since November, and he will provide valuable experience and leadership to the young ruck duo. He is expected to play a support role in 2019, but his presence will be invaluable for the Demons.
The Melbourne Demons are confident that their new ruck duo of Gawn and Preuss can help them make a strong push for finals in 2019. With Ross providing valuable experience and guidance, the Demons are hoping that this combination can help them reach their full potential. It will be interesting to see how this trio performs in the pre-season, and how they fare during the regular season.
