Emotional Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard paid tribute to a “good mate” that passed away when he spoke following his side’s stirring comeback victory over North Melbourne.
It came after Magpies coach Craig McRae hinted at Maynard’s “unfortunate” off-field situation after the King’s Birthday win.
The Pies trailed by 54 points early in the third quarter on Sunday and were staring down the barrel of a monumental upset before roaring back for a stunning 18.11 (119) to 19.4 (118) triumph.
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In Maynard’s 200th game, Collingwood kicked 12 goals to five after the main break for a momentous victory, but the premiership-winner’s thoughts quickly shifted to the friend and his family.
There was no sign of what was to come when…
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