Max King to miss start of season with shoulder injury

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The Saints were inactive in the trade period, with the free addition of ex-Western Bulldogs swingman Zaine Cordy being an exception as they focused on the draft.

Under-target Tim Membrey (34 goals) and Jack Higgins (30) were St Kilda’s top scoring options behind King and suddenly have a lot more responsibility.

Also, Cordy may need to be deployed primarily as a striker unless Lyon chooses to send Dougal Howard or Josh Battle on the offensive again.

Cooper Sharman and Mason Wood, who spent most of his time on a wing this year, are other options, while ruckman Rowan Marshall is also a capable forward.