Joe Daniher has played a starring role in his first appearance for the Brisbane Lions, kicking four goals in the team's practice match against Gold Coast.
Daniher, who joined the Lions during the trade period last year, kicked two of his four majors in the opening quarter against what was an under-manned Suns lineup.
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The 2017 All-Australian's recruitment was the headline act in another strong off-season for the Lions, and the left-footer appears to be past the groin problems that crippled his final three seasons with Essendon.
Daniher was not the only ex-Bomber to enjoy a strong outing for his new club, with Carlton recruit Adam Saad slotting into the Blues' backline nicely against his old side.
Saad and Zac Williams were both on show in Carlton's 21-point win over Essendon, with Williams starting the match in the Blues' engine room alongside the likes of captain Patrick Cripps.
The other star to switch homes during last year's trade period, Jeremy Cameron, also enjoyed a successful outing for his new club Geelong.
Cameron, who has dealt with some hamstring issues during the off-season, was rested in the second half after kicking a goal early on in the contest.
The left-footer was deployed high up the ground by Chris Scott, with Tom Hawkins played in a deeper forward role inside 50.
Former Essendon livewire Orazio Fantasia also booted multiple goals in his first outing for Port Adelaide, as the Power racked up a huge win over cross-town rivals Adelaide.
While the scoreboard wasn't in Adelaide's favour, Crows fans will be licking their lips after seeing the club's top draft selection, Riley Thilthorpe, in action in the team's SANFL clash.
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Thilthorpe's obvious potential was on full show as he booted four goals in a best on ground performance and is all but certain to be in Adelaide's team for Round 1.
The No.2 pick was not the only player from last year's draft crop to excite fans during the scratch matches, with Collingwood's Ollie Henry and Essendon duo Nik Cox and Archie Perkins also impressing their respective fanbases.
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