**A True Magpie Milestone: From Burnie Battler to Premiership Hero — Brody Mihocek Celebrates 150 Games in Black & White After Defying the Odds, Rising Through the VFL Ranks, and Proving Every Doubter Wrong — A Testament to Grit, Heart, and Unshakable Magpie Spirit! Congrats, Brody — Here’s to Many More! 🖤🤍**

 

Tonight marks a monumental moment for Collingwood’s Brody Mihocek as he plays his 150th AFL game in the iconic black and white guernsey — a feat that once seemed improbable.

 

Mihocek’s journey to AFL stardom has been anything but conventional. Hailing from Burnie, Tasmania, Brody was consistently overlooked in AFL drafts despite a standout career in the VFL. Scouts and recruiters passed him by year after year, failing to recognize the tenacity, resilience, and raw talent that VFL purists saw on display each week.

 

His move from Werribee to Port Melbourne proved pivotal. It was there, in 2017, that Mihocek helped deliver a VFL premiership — a performance that finally caught the attention of the big league. Collingwood seized the opportunity, selecting him with pick 22 in the 2018 Rookie Draft.

 

Since then, Mihocek has become a cornerstone of Collingwood’s forward line. With a premiership medal around his neck and a reputation for work rate, aerial contests, and ice-cold finishing, Brody has silenced every doubter. He embodies the fighting spirit of the Magpies and remains a fan favorite — a reminder that the path to greatness isn’t always linear.

 

As he runs out tonight under the bright lights of the MCG, Mihocek carries with him the pride of Burnie, the respect of his teammates, and the admiration of the entire Collingwood faithful. Congratulations, Brody — here’s to 150 unforgettable games, and many more to come. Go Pies! 🖤🤍