Essendon live wire Jason Winderlich will make his return to AFL on Friday night against Hawthorn in one of three changes to the Bombers lineup.
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Winderlich is set to play his first game at AFL level since injuring his knee in round four against Carlton last season.
Midfielder Heath Hocking will return from suspension with youngster Alex Browne also coming into the side following a number of strong VFL performances for Bendigo.
David Myers (achilles), Ricky Dyson (ankle) and Cory Dell’Olio (omitted) are the trio out of the team for the match against the Hawks.
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