The Scotsman's David Ferguson reflects on Scotland coach Andy Robinson#s decision to draft in three uncapped players into his Six Nations squad.
"As forecast, there are few changes to the Scotland squad which Robinson took to five wins and a draw from ten Test matches in 2010, his first full year in charge.
"The core of the side which defeated Ireland, Argentina, South Africa and Samoa is expected to remain in place when Scotland launch a year that begins in France and ends in New Zealand at the seventh Rugby World Cup.
"Johnnie Beattie is included, although he will have to prove his fitness in Scotland A games before returning to the matchday 22, having only played two games this season. Glasgow captain Alastair Kellock is also back, along with centres Nick De Luca and Alex Grove and wingers Rory Lamont and Simon Danielli.
"Chris Cusiter, Graeme Morrison, Jim Hamilton, Alasdair Dickinson and Phil Godman are all injured but the first four named could all come into contention later in the championship.
"Robinson has placed a high priority on form in his camp and insisted that all 34 players named yesterday had a chance of playing in the Six Nations."
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