Blues bank on Sam

CARLTON is predicting a dramatic spike in form from No.6 draft pick Sam PetrevskiSeton after a strange case of second-year Blues last season.

The former Halls Creek bull rider was one of only two players along with Patrick Cripps to play every game but lacked the power and exciting moments of his first year in Blues colours. He kicked only 5.8 in a Carlton midfield crying out for high-pressure players who can also push forward and hit the scoreboard.

Blues midfield coach Cam Bruce believes Carlton fans will again see the exciting moments that typified Petrevski-Seton’s first season.

“I reckon last year he wasn't as explosive and powerful and threatening as he would have liked,” Bruce said. “As soon as the season finished, he utilised that period really well. He is developing into an inside and outside midfielder which gives us great flexibility. If he can play those roles like they need to be played that will help us.”