ST KILDA'S new-look forward line pieced together a strong showing against Essendon, with Ross Lyon's side notching a 35-point win in Friday night's practice match.

But the Saints' afternoon was soured by a broken hand for midfielder Marcus Windhager, who ended the game with his right arm in a sling and hand bandaged after being sidelined in the opening moments of the first quarter.

The Saints later confirmed the 19-year-old would undergo surgery on Saturday for a broken metacarpal in his right hand, but hoped he would be fit for round one.

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Meanwhile, Errol Gulden starred as Sydney proved far too strong for Carlton by 43 points.  Gulden racked up 45 disposals in a commanding performance as the Swans ran out 15.7 (97) to 7.12 (54) winners.

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West Coast fans will get their first look at prized draftee Reuben Ginbey for its match against Adelaide (4.40pm local, 7.40pm AEDT), but ruckman Nic Naitanui (Achilles) will miss again.

Eagles skipper Luke Shuey and small forward Jamaine Jones will play having missed last week's win over Port Adelaide, while Taylor Walker returns for the Crows having been rested for last week's match simulation against Fremantle.

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Clubs have named 26-man teams for their final hitouts of the pre-season, with eight players on the bench. While last week's match simulations varied in length and quarter duration, this week's official practice games must follow standard AFL rules.

All games will be broadcast live on Kayo Sports and Foxtel and live scores can be found on AFL.com.au and the AFL Live Official app.