Blues to appeal recruit's striking ban at AFL Tribunal

The former Swan, who joined Carlton as part of the blockbuster Charlie Curnow trade, hit Wardlaw late with a swinging arm to the midriff as he kicked North into attack.

It was considered intentional conduct, medium impact and body contact, which draws a one-game ban.

That would rule Hayward out of Thursday night's high-stakes game at Adelaide Oval, where Carlton will already be without vice-captain and first-choice key defender Jacob Weitering (concussion)

The Blues are 1-3 for the season, with immense pressure on coach Michael Voss.