Jordan De Goey

Has been sidelined by hamstring soreness since the Pies' loss to Richmond in round 19. Looks likely to return for the qualifying final clash with Geelong at the MCG on Friday night.

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Steele Sidebottom

Missed the win over Essendon in round 23 after suffering a ruptured testicle at training in the lead-up to the game. Is very confident he'll be fit to take on the Cats.

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Jaidyn Stephenson

Returned via the VFL in the last round of home and away matches after serving his 10-match AFL suspension for gambling. Finished with 20 disposals, three marks and a goal and looks likely to get a call-up for Friday night's big game.

James Aish

Has been sidelined since suffering a shoulder injury in the Pies' loss to Greater Western Sydney in round 18. Has trained strongly in recent weeks and is doing everything he can to push himself into consideration for Friday night's game.