Krakouer, who has a quad strain, has been replaced in the selected sider by former NAB AFL Rising Star winner Danyle Pearce, who was dropped to the SANFL two weeks ago.
Pacy midfielder Pearce played last week for Sturt.
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Pacy midfielder Danyle Pearce replaces late withdrawal Nathan Krakouer
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