Cats v Blues player ratings: The players who had ‘terrible’, ‘horror’ nights as the fairytale ends for Carlton

September 4, 2026 — 10:51pm

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The fairytale had to end at some stage for the Blues, and it happened at the MCG in front of more than 96,000 fans as the finals-hardened Cats flexed their muscles right when they needed to most.

Sam McClure rates every Carlton player’s performance from their elimination final.

(2) Lachlan Cowan: Held his own when the defence was under considerable pressure in the second half. 6/10

(4) Oliver Hollands: He kicked an important goal but was a bit fumbly under finals pressure. 5/10

(5) Adam Cerra: Wasn’t able to display the kind of kicking proficiency that he’s shown previously under Josh Fraser. 5/10

(7) Jagga Smith: He was unbelievable early but........

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