Carlton prepares handball strategy to challenge North Melbourne winning streak

Carlton enters its upcoming matchup against North Melbourne with a 4-0 record following wins over St Kilda, Adelaide, Fremantle, and Collingwood. The Blues have shifted their tactical approach this season, prioritizing forward handballs to move the ball effectively through the center of the ground. Statistics show the club leads the league in forward handball meters gained with an average of 360.1 meters per game. Coach Mathew Buck noted the team's internal progress while acknowledging the challenge of facing the league-leading Roos, who hold a 31-game winning streak. Carlton relies on a bolstered midfield rotation and a defensive unit led by Harriet Cordner to maintain its current form. The upcoming match serves as a test for the Blues' tactical development against the longest-running winning streak in the competition.

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