Carlton Defeats West Coast by 53 Points for Sixth Straight Win

Carlton recorded a 53-point victory over West Coast at Marvel Stadium on Saturday. The result extended the team's winning streak to six games under its interim coach. The Blues controlled the contest from the opening term and finished with superior possession and inside-50 marks. They tallied 244 possessions to 144 in the first half and recorded 13 marks inside 50 while West Coast had none.

Carlton skipper Patrick Cripps and midfielder Sam Walsh led the midfield effort. Walsh recorded a game-high 33 possessions, while Cripps secured nine clearances. Young forward Talor Byrne also kicked three goals.

Dean restricted West Coast forward Jake Waterman to no goals. The Blues kicked their first score above 100 points since the penultimate round of last season. The team will next play Richmond with the chance to reach an 8-8 record.