Quick, slick small forward Dan Butler bounced back in impressive style for Richmond against St Kilda at the MCG last Saturday.
Butler’s output had been a bit down for a few weeks leading into the match. He’d kicked only one goal and averaged just 10.3 disposals in his previous three games.
But right from the outset of the Round 10 clash with the Saints, Butler was up and about.
He had eight disposals and two goals to his credit by quarter-time and had played a significant role in the Tigers gaining the early ascendancy.
With another goal in the last quarter, Butler equalled his AFL career-high return of three goals. He’s now kicked three goals six times in his 34-game career with Richmond.
Butler, who turns 22 next Sunday (June 3), also finished with 17 disposals, which is the equal most he’s had since the 19 he picked up on debut for the Tigers at the game’s highest level in Round 1, 2017 against Carlton at the MCG.
To further emphasise Butler’s fine form on the day, he took three marks inside-50, among his total of seven marks, had eight score involvements, 38 pressure acts and 327 metres gained.
