Liam Baker's Performance Critiqued Amid West Coast Struggles

Liam Baker, co-captain of the West Coast Eagles, is facing scrutiny for his performance this season, which has not matched his previous achievements.

During a discussion on The Outer Wing podcast, analysts Mark Stevens and Digby Beacham highlighted Baker's struggles, noting that his player rating has dropped to its lowest since 2020. This year, he is averaging 8.61 player rating points, a stark contrast to over 11 points in the previous two seasons.

Beacham remarked on Baker's decline, stating that he is unlikely to be among the top contenders for the Best and Fairest award, which he won last year. The analysts expressed concerns about the overall performance of the Eagles, suggesting that players are not meeting expectations.