Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and Brisbane Times report that Carlton coach Josh Fraser is preparing as if Geelong midfielder Max Holmes will play in Friday night’s elimination final.
All three outlets say Holmes’ inclusion is not confirmed but that Carlton is treating it as likely. They also report that Carlton has not sighted Haynes at training, adding uncertainty around another selection. The coverage frames the next stage as decision-making closer to match day, with Carlton’s preparations reflecting the current information available to the coaching group.
While the accounts align on the preparation approach and the lack of sighting at training, they do not provide differing substantive claims about the final team selections. The focus across outlets remains on what Carlton knows and how it adjusts its game plan in response to Holmes’ possible return and Haynes’ uncertain status.
