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Bate and Bartram!

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Great to hear Bate will be playing more of a full-forward role this season. It is a position he is very familiar with as he played there in U-18s. I think he is a far better option than Newton. Newton has to play in the VFL and prove his worth before any consideration.... However, I think Mr. Watts will be our more permanent FF in 2010....

I am a big wrap for Bartram and it is great to read he will be more of a midfield player with a license to run. He is probably the most fittest bloke in our team. No.3 is an elite number which will suit Bartram. Because I think he will become an elite midfielder....

I think these two players are in for a great year and will revel in these positions....

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    I am a big wrap for Bartram and it is great to read he will be more of a midfield player with a license to run. He is probably the most fittest bloke in our team. No.3 is an elite number which will suit Bartram. Because I think he will become an elite midfielder....

    He'll need elite skills for that to happen, won't he?

    I don't share your optimism and would be happy if he cemented a best 18 spot.

    I do agree re: Bate though.

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    Unless Bartram can be improve his disposal and stop turning over the ball then I would expect and hope he is overtaken by better option on the list.

    If Bates playing forward, I see him as a 3rd or 4th option up forward and not a KPP.

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    As the article on mfc.com says, they will be much rotating going on in the forward line.

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    Bate looked to be moving more freely and faster with a degree of confidence on the weekend, I'm looking for him to give much more output this season. Bartram's game was highlighted by his 9 point goal. That was about it. He's one to watch this season, he must make inroads to cement his footballing career IMO.

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    Bartram and elite are two words that I find difficult to put together without a isn't inbetween.

    I have my hopes that he becomes a solid contributor but he lacks the skills to ever reach the elite class.

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