Essendon's mighty winning streak has extended to 14 games, with a fighting 13-point win over Sydney at the SCG. Kevin Sheedy would have been delighted to get away with a win, however narrow, at the Bombers' hoodoo ground. The Bombers trailed by 12 points at the last change, but two goals to James Hird and two to Scott Lucas saw them get home over a brave opponent.