Nick Riewoldt says Collingwood should rest Scott Pendlebury for ...
The fairytale timing for the Collingwood champion’s record-breaking game ‘should’ be throw out.
7news.com.auHere are the latest updates on Scott Pendlebury, Collingwood, Hawthorn, and any draw-related news.
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Pendlebury on the verge of the AFL games record: Pendlebury was in contention to equal Brent Harvey’s all-time games record of 432 for Collingwood, with several reports noting that his next appearance could see him reach the milestone. However, teams discussed resting him due to a tight schedule and his veteran status, which could affect when the record is reached. This context emerged around late April to early May 2026 as Collingwood navigated a demanding run of fixtures. [sources discussing Pendlebury’s potential record-tying game and resting plans; May 2026 coverage]
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Geelong vs Collingwood (Round 9) big loss for Collingwood: Geelong defeated Collingwood by a sizable margin in a Round 9 clash, with Pendlebury accumulating 27 disposals in what was described as a difficult night for the Magpies. This result impacted Pendlebury’s schedule and the plan to rest him in subsequent games. [May 8–9, 2026 coverage]
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Anzac Day performance and resting considerations: Pendlebury delivered a standout 43-disposal performance on Anzac Day, earning the Anzac Medal, which intensified discussions about whether he should be rested soon to preserve him for potential record-breaking milestone games. This performance fed into the broader conversation about his workload and upcoming selection decisions. [April 24–25, 2026 coverage]
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Collingwood-Hawthorn round and draw talk: Leading into the Hawthorn fixture, there was speculation about Pendlebury’s availability given the five-day turnaround after Anzac Day and ongoing rest/management plans. Some outlets floated the possibility of resting him for matches around that period to ensure he’s fit for the looming record attempt. [late April 2026 coverage]
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Hawthorn draw context: There were general discussions around Collingwood’s results around the Hawthorn fixture window, including the possibility of a draw affecting the ladder and momentum, though specifics of a Hawthorn–Collingwood draw are not highlighted as a definitive outcome in late May 2026 coverage.
If you’d like, I can pull the most current game-by-game news and provide a precise timeline of when Pendlebury is expected to reach the 432-game mark, plus the latest team selections for Collingwood in the next few rounds. I can also deliver a brief, up-to-date summary in bullet form or a short table showing Pendlebury’s recent matches, disposals, and any resting notes.
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