Aaron Edwards could play his first AFL game since Round 12 this week after being named in the Kangaroos squad for Sunday's match against Melbourne.

It's been a long time in waiting for the number 27. He took nine marks and four goals for North Ballarat last week and seems to have forced the hand of caretaker coach Darren Crocker as he searches for another marking target in attack.

The 25 year-old will be looking to find his feet quickly after a disappointing season in 2009. So far, Edwards has played just eight games, off-field issues coupled with poor form meaning he has spent the best part of the year at North Ballarat.

Meanwhile, Daniel Harris has earned a call-up after some strong performances at VFL level. Despite his aligned team Werribee having a bye last week, Harris was impressive in the Tigers last match a fortnight ago, racking up 20 possessions and kicking three goals.

Leigh Adams could also get another chance for North Melbourne after playing two games in Rounds 15 and 16. The former rookie had 18 possessions in his last match at AFL level, and was Werribee's best in its win against North Ballarat.

The retirement of Adam Simpson may provide more opportunities for youngster Cruize Garlett, who will be looking to add to his career tally of three matches.

Garlett was omitted from the Kangaroos team following the Round 14 loss to Sydney, but looks to be back in favour after a strong fortnight at North Ballarat. He racked up 22 possessions and six clearances in the Roosters win against ladder leaders Williamstown last week.

Fellow North Ballarat midfielder Ed Lower could make his long awaited return after not playing since Round 8. Lower played seven of the first eight games of the season, but a knee injury suffered in the VFL stopped the number 2 in his tracks.

Leigh Harding is set to miss three-four weeks with a hamstring injury, while Adam Simpson's retirement makes way for another midfielder to fill the void.

B: Daniel Pratt (30) Scott Thompson (16) Gavin Urquhart (14)
HB: Brady Rawlings (3) Nathan Grima (17) Scott McMahon (42)
C: Josh Gibson (38) Michael Firrito (11) Liam Anthony (44)
HF: Matt Campbell (33) Corey Jones (21) Brent Harvey (29)
F: Leigh Adams (13) Drew Petrie (20) Lindsay Thomas (12)
R: Hamish McIntosh (1) Andrew Swallow (9) Levi Greenwood (24)
INT: (from) Ed Lower (2) Daniel Harris (4) Sam Power (5) Lachie Hansen (6) Todd Goldstein (22) Aaron Edwards (27) Cruize Garlett (32)

In: Lower, Harris, Adams, Edwards, Garlett
Out: Harding (injured), Simpson (retired)