Derek Hine lands a gem

A third round pick (#43) for Pat Lipinski might have been the most lucrative trade of the off-season.

The former Bulldog was best on ground for the Pies on Friday night, gathering 30 disposals, kicking a goal and finishing with 13 contested possessions, seven inside 50s and five clearances.

Craig McRae described the versatile midfielder as an "important cog" in our side and it seems opportunity was all he needed to shine.

Nick Daicos sublime on debut

Our No.35 produced a performance worthy of the hype in his AFL debut, collecting 27 disposals and 419 metres gained.

There was a palpable sense of excitement in the stands every time Nick had the pill and he delivered each time, reading the play like a veteran and hitting targets with stunning accuracy.

It was a dazzling display from the son of Collingwood royalty.

Exciting brand of footy under McRae

Collingwood played with dare and never stopped running, always pushing towards goals.

McRae's attacking game plan saw the Pies run and carry at every opportunity and we were rewarded on the scoreboard - kicking over 100 points for the first time since round two last season.

Pendlebury thriving in new role

Our ageless captain gathered 24 disposals, seven contested possessions and gained 359 metres across half-back and was among our best.

The club's longest-serving captain has slotted into playing behind the ball with ease and will likely play in the backline 50 percent of the time.

Forward line firing

Brody Mihocek booted three goals, while Jack Ginnivan, Ollie Henry, Jordan De Goey and Steele Sidebottom kicked two majors each.

Nine players contributed to our 15 goal haul in our highest scoring match since March last year.

A promising start to our 2022 campaign.