Robbo retires from Melbourne

[Sir Why You Little 37,308]

my favorite

The memories flood back with that one! Awesome game.

"ROBBO"

[H_T 3,049]

So does anyone think he'll get picked up? Maybe a fit for Swans with Micky O going and Hall gone?

I did think the Swans, they have a history of recycled players.

Robbo did promote himself by highlighting his loyal history and 'being a role model citizen'. With two high credentialed forwards gone in Sydney, it could well be the Swans in the PSD.

[e25 5]

So does anyone think he'll get picked up? Maybe a fit for Swans with Micky O going and Hall gone?

Wouldn't discount the doggies - he'd be an upgrade on Welsh, that's for sure.

[beelzebub 23,390]

pups nearly had him...maybe they'll give him a year ...maybe

[H_T 3,049]

my favorite

Doggies were shattered.

[Brettmcg 24]

http://media.mytalk.com.au/3AW/AUDIO/20080...RussellNeil.wma

Nice interview with Robbo and Neil Mitchell.

[Little Goffy 14,751]

The point of interest for Robbo's last two games is ....

Games Goals

Lyon, Garry 226 426

Robertson, Russell 226 422

Two games to play, four goals to get.

Someone tell the cheersqaud, someone make a banner, let's celebrate the milestone as Robbo becomes the Demon's No.3 all time goalkicker.

[Sir Why You Little 37,308]

http://media.mytalk.com.au/3AW/AUDIO/20080...RussellNeil.wma

Nice interview with Robbo and Neil Mitchell.

Listening to this interview right now...Got a tear in my eye.

Robbo you played footy for the right reasons mate.

Love ya man 24

[Damo 3,437]

Well done Robbo.

The friendliest of all, always acted as if you knew your audience personally.

If the Demons didnt give much, you always made it worth the trip.

Best wishes.

[Theo 276]

Not a happy chappy our Robbo. Says he was sacked.

Mark Doran interview today:

http://podsentral.com/the_good_oil.html

Says second tier and young players haven't kicked on.

[w00dy 146]

Congrats on a great career robbo...

It's a shame the club is in it's current position, as you're definitely good enough to go around again, but we need to bring the youth through and look forward unfortunately...

I think he would be most effective at a club who already has some big forwards, so he could play as the 3rd tall along side them... Geelong perhaps? In the pocket next to Hawkins and Mooney? Allow Stevie J to push up into the middle more?

And I really hate to say it, as there's only one club I wouldn't want him playing for more than this club, but that is Carlton... Could he be that extra dimension they need in the forward line next to Fev? If they make a Prelim this year, which is a real possibility, they'll fancy themselves for a crack next season, and could pick Robbo up...

[timD 994]

Can't really see what's wrong with what he said, either.

Our second tier really has not kicked on.

OUr kids are steady developers rather than 'breakout' performers.

[RalphiusMaximus 6,103]

I've made no secret that I am a huge fan. I would be shattered to see him take the field against us, but if he does so then good on him and I wish him the best of luck.

Interesting to see that he's only four goals behind Lyon on the same number of games. Should give his detractors something to think about that he's come out about level with one of our club legends.

[e25 5]

Not a happy chappy our Robbo. Says he was sacked.

Mark Doran interview today:

http://podsentral.com/the_good_oil.html

Says second tier and young players haven't kicked on.

I think it was a fairly classy interview considering the circumstances.

He's still a bit naive though when dealing with the media... guess you could call him honest and off-the-cuff

[wisedog 352]

Not a happy chappy our Robbo. Says he was sacked.

Mark Doran interview today:

http://podsentral.com/the_good_oil.html

Says second tier and young players haven't kicked on.

That was a pretty hard sell to the Bulldogs. Had to feel for him listening to that.

[e25 5]

That was a pretty hard sell to the Bulldogs. Had to feel for him listening to that.

Even I did and I would've packed his bags for him.

[pantaloons 2,019]

Well done to Robbo on a terrific career at Melbourne. He brought an extra excitement, enthusiasm and passion to Melbourne games that few players have done in my time following the Dees. I'll remember Robbo for many things - the spectcular marks, great goals and even better celebrations, and dragging the team into the finals in 2005.

Thanks for the memories Robbo. Going to the footy won't be the same without #24 out there. Well done.

[Dappa Dan 2,188]

Even I did and I would've packed his bags for him.

Robbo had a pretty good 2008, leading up to his injury. Had he gone to the Dogs, he may have just made the difference.

The club probably would have been roundly criticised for the trade had it happened, and the players and fans would have had cause for some chagrin.

The injury made it look like a mistake, but at the time, keeping him at the dees was the right choice. In fact, it still is. He's loyal, and deserved it.

[Straight Sets Simon 23,113]

Robbo has provided us with more than his share of highlights and memorable moments and he will be missed.

Well done Robbo.

[Einstein 1]

Good on ya Robbo. And good luck.

Wherever he goes next, he will always be remembered as a Demon.

[w00dy 146]

Demons will help Robbo find club

http://www.melbournefc.com.au/news/newsart...09/default.aspx

MELBOURNE coach Dean Bailey says the club will do all it can to help find departing Demon Russell Robertson a new AFL club.

Although Robertson will play his final match with Melbourne in round 22 against St Kilda – in what should be his 228th game for the club – the exciting forward wants to continue his AFL career elsewhere next year.

"If he wants to carry on and if we can help him get to a club … then great," Bailey said at the MCG on Thursday.

"I don't think any of us will be standing in his way."

Bailey was full of praise for the way Robertson has conducted himself in his two years at the club.

Hopefully we can secure Robbo another club during trade week, so he doesn't have to go into the draft...

we could trade Robbo for pick 162, or something along these lines, given we no longer need to use any draft pick that we trade for... hopefully the club can help facilitate this pre-draft if someone wants him...

[Jarka 767]

Loved watching him play, sure he frustrated me at times but the MFC was alot better having him in our team, especially at a time when we lacked any wow factor to attract fans

Thanks Robo, hope you are successful in anything you decide to do from now on.

[Carn dees 108]

My favorite player of all time.

Always had his number on the back of jumper.

Im going to miss him soo much, dont no how i would cope seeing him in another jumper.

Hope he stays inouch with the dees, he could really help the younger kids and he would lift there spirits.

Love ya robbo good luck in the future!

[AzzKikA 2,371]

Dunno if anyone else has said this one but this one is awesome, love the second grab while "laying" in the air.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBaVCqQsCds

[pantaloons 2,019]

My favorite player of all time.

Always had his number on the back of jumper.

Im going to miss him soo much, dont no how i would cope seeing him in another jumper.

Hope he stays inouch with the dees, he could really help the younger kids and he would lift there spirits.

Love ya robbo good luck in the future!

Nice post.

On Robbo playing for another club, provided its not Collingwood or Carlton, I'm ok with it. If he got a gig with Geelong or the Bulldogs and had a crack at a flag, it'd be great to see him go out in style. I don't think he's got much in the way of reputation to lose by nominating for the drafts and getting rejected. The end of this season being in and out of the team isn't the most glorious way to bow out anyway, so it's worth a shot. All the best to him.