Leigh 19 for Friday:- https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4tgkouXAAA7bgz.jpg

Leigh 19 for Friday:- https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C4tgkouXAAA7bgz.jpg

There could be doubts about McGuire's fitness and if so Sutcliffe has to be on the bench.

A bit early to be so critical. We have only played one match and Baldwinson was rewarded for some promising form in pre-season friendlies by making the 17 last week. In a tough opener it was understandable for the coach to keep his most experienced seniors on for the most time. Both Mullaly and Baldwinson did ok in their short time on the field but not better than the first choices.

For this second match, as I suggested, if Mags is set to play it makes sense to have Sutcliffe on the bench as half back cover in case he breaks down again. This means it is more likely that Cuthbertson and Mullaly are selected ahead on the youngster at this stage of the season. Perhaps Walters is in the 19 because there is a doubt with a backrower.

If it's reached the stage where McGuire's fitness is such that no-one knows whether or not he'll break down then it's probably time to pick an understudy and stick with him instead.

Explain how Baldwinson was supposed to be "better than the 1st choices" during a 5 minute cameo?
Same with Mullally only given ltd minutes so once again more than questionable bench use by the Coach but i suppose that's all Sutcliffes fault aswell.
Also if there is any doubt over Mcguire ala last week it's pointless naming him because even if he proves his fitness at the very last minute the starting 17 can be adjusted whether he's in the 19 or not.

I agree with that. It could also be that Mac sees Leigh as an opportunity to give Ormandroyd a game, given they have just come up from the level he was playing at. But at the same time doesn't want to go too inexperienced on the bench.

I think potentially we could see Ward/JJB start at 13, meaning likely one of Garbutt or Singo drops to the bench, going Mullaly, Baldwinson, Singo/Garbo and Sutty if Mags is fit doesn't leave much room to manoeuvre, bearing in mind Sutty or Keinhorst might be asked to slot somewhere else so we can spell Parcell.

Like you say, let's not be critical too early. We have plenty of guys playing rugby here and elsewhere so hopefully plenty of competition. In terms of Baldy not getting a fair shot I remember people thinking the same thing about Singo. His chance will come, and if he's good enough he'll take it.

Injured? Surely not! Will he feature in more than a dozen games this season?
Will it be another Mad Monday nudey run for Danny boy?
Get the replacement halves in and let them develop as a pairing.

Mcguire fit to play McDermott has said in his press conference.

When did they cover the Western Terrace to protect the fans from the rain? They haven't and you know it. Personally I think the £25 is a little high, £22 would be fine though.

Looks like Moon is out with concussion so I guess either Abbo or Jimmy will play centre or will McD risk Sutty there?

Would be Keinhorst straight in I'd imagine.

We haven't put a roof on it because we want you pasty Lancastrians to get a bit of a suntan when you come over to Leeds. And no, we don't charge any extra for the privilege, it's a straight £20. Why are all the women Orange in Wigan by the way?

Keinhorst it's a no brainer imo.

Rhinos to win by 12 is my predication.