Hawthorn's Sam Butler faces ban ahead of Grand Final clash
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 7:09 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Sam Butler of Hawthorn has been handed a two-match suspension for a high bump during the VFL Preliminary Final against Essendon on September 12, 2026. The penalty could sideline him for the VFL Grand Final unless he takes an early plea, reducing the ban to one match. Accepting the plea would allow him to play in the AFL Grand Final if Hawthorn defeats Brisbane this Saturday. Butler has made eight senior appearances this year and is seen as a valuable asset for the Hawks' forward line.
- •Sam Butler suspended for two matches for a high bump.
- •Hawthorn faces Brisbane in the AFL Grand Final this Saturday.
- •Butler can reduce suspension to one match with an early plea.
- •Accepting the plea means he misses the VFL Grand Final.
- •Calsher Dear is available to play after receiving a fine.
- 7:09 AMAFL — Hawk handed ban that will rule out Grand Final chance
"A two-match penalty for a high bump could end Sam Butler's season unless he takes an early plea
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