We're all morbidly speculating.... and we need some sort of concrete news as to the prognosis regarding Liam's injury, and whether he will again grace us with his wizardry. Or whether the cruel football gods have robbed us of our new delight. We Demon supporters are so used to having our hopes dashed. We always expect the worst. Is our pessimism justified? Rudeboy, your info is always accurate regarding Liam. Please set us straight.

Give Rudeboy a break and have some patience mate, its the Clubs business to evaluate and announce these kinds of things when they are clear and whatever the prognosis may be.

They obviously work through all of that in the Clubs and Liams best interests.

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Give Rudeboy a break and have some patience mate, its the Clubs business to evaluate and announce these kinds of things when they are clear and whatever the prognosis may be.

They obviously work through all of that in the Clubs and Liams best interests.

well said japaljarri-L J is not the first player to pop a shoulder. Every body just chill out, Hawthorn have just lost 2 very important players for 3 and 4 months.

Australian football is the toughest game going around, injuries do happen and are always factored into a clubs planning.

Just chill out all of you.

Give Rudeboy a break and have some patience mate, its the Clubs business to evaluate and announce these kinds of things when they are clear and whatever the prognosis may be.

They obviously work through all of that in the Clubs and Liams best interests.

^This.

It's unfortunate but it is also football - these things happen. We will know in good time and no amount of pulling your hair out will make it quicker.

We played half a season without him last year. We'll manage again this year. We'll just enjoy it a little less than we might otherwise. On the bright side, imagine how you'll feel when he comes back into the senior side.

Give Rudeboy a break and have some patience mate, its the Clubs business to evaluate and announce these kinds of things when they are clear and whatever the prognosis may be.

They obviously work through all of that in the Clubs and Liams best interests.

I agree we should be waiting for the club to give us the details.

We're all morbidly speculating.... and we need some sort of concrete news as to the prognosis regarding Liam's injury, and whether he will again grace us with his wizardry. Or whether the cruel football gods have robbed us of our new delight. We Demon supporters are so used to having our hopes dashed. We always expect the worst. Is our pessimism justified? Rudeboy, your info is always accurate regarding Liam. Please set us straight.

Calm down and get on with your life. We'll all know when the club tells us.

Since the Mfc still hasn't posted liam's status as of 9.15 this morning can assume they are looking at all medical options. It may not be as bad as we are imagining. I suggest the longer it takes the more room for optimism there is. All is not lost!

Oh my god...

It's past 1pm and we still don't know!

The world is going to END!!

We're all morbidly speculating.... and we need some sort of concrete news as to the prognosis regarding Liam's injury, and whether he will again grace us with his wizardry. Or whether the cruel football gods have robbed us of our new delight. We Demon supporters are so used to having our hopes dashed. We always expect the worst. Is our pessimism justified? Rudeboy, your info is always accurate regarding Liam. Please set us straight.

"O Rudeboy, Rudeboy! wherefore art thou Rudeboy?

Oh my god...

It's past 1pm and we still don't know!

The world is going to END!!

Part of my world (for 2010) ended when that shoulder went POP. He was going to be a joy to watch this year.

"O Rudeboy, Rudeboy! wherefore art thou Rudeboy?

It's up to the club to inform the public about such matters, and because Liam is my mate, I am also aware that I have a responsibility to respect his privacy, especially concerning his health.

However, I think I should set a couple of things straight before panic sets in. Firstly, he and Bell will both be having some work done on their shoulders tomorrow. Secondly, while he'll be out of action for a while, he will definitely be back playing mid season, so talk of his demise is definitely premature. Believe me, he'll be back stronger and hungrier than ever.

It's up to the club to inform the public about such matters, and because Liam is my mate, I am also aware that I have a responsibility to respect his privacy, especially concerning his health.

However, I think I should set a couple of things straight before panic sets in. Firstly, he and Bell will both be having some work done on their shoulders tomorrow. Secondly, while he'll be out of action for a while, he will definitely be back playing mid season, so talk of his demise is definitely premature. Believe me, he'll be back stronger and hungrier than ever.

Mid season, I like that mail. Thanks RB !

all the best for liam with the op and his recovery. all the best for Bell too, let's not forget.

It's up to the club to inform the public about such matters, and because Liam is my mate, I am also aware that I have a responsibility to respect his privacy, especially concerning his health.

However, I think I should set a couple of things straight before panic sets in. Firstly, he and Bell will both be having some work done on their shoulders tomorrow. Secondly, while he'll be out of action for a while, he will definitely be back playing mid season, so talk of his demise is definitely premature. Believe me, he'll be back stronger and hungrier than ever.

Thanks RB Regards to Liam & Belly.

Now everybody read this post carefully- Take a deep Breath & Relax.

what's done is done-all clubs carry injury & always will. We are still going to win games this year.

Thanks to Rudeboy for your input.

It should be noted that the recovery time from shoulder operations varies from person to person. My elder son required a shoulder reconstruction as a result of a football injury at the age of 18. His surgeon proscribed a recovery period of 5 to 6 months but told him that, in the case of a professional althlete, the recovery time could be reduced considerably with the appropriate rehab work. So whether they have recos or other work on their shoulder areas, it's a case of hard work and perseverance for Liam and Belly and using the next few months to work on improving in whatever areas they can while they're out of action.

Thanks to Rudeboy for your input.

It should be noted that the recovery time from shoulder operations varies from person to person. My elder son required a shoulder reconstruction as a result of a football injury at the age of 18. His surgeon proscribed a recovery period of 5 to 6 months but told him that, in the case of a professional althlete, the recovery time could be reduced considerably with the appropriate rehab work. So whether they have recos or other work on their shoulder areas, it's a case of hard work and perseverance for Liam and Belly and using the next few months to work on improving in whatever areas they can while they're out of action.

Belly & Liam are going to become very close mates Hopefully. Help each other out.

It's up to the club to inform the public about such matters, and because Liam is my mate, I am also aware that I have a responsibility to respect his privacy, especially concerning his health.

However, I think I should set a couple of things straight before panic sets in. Firstly, he and Bell will both be having some work done on their shoulders tomorrow. Secondly, while he'll be out of action for a while, he will definitely be back playing mid season, so talk of his demise is definitely premature. Believe me, he'll be back stronger and hungrier than ever.

Thank you for your very considered and considerate response RudeBoy. I was hoping that Liam would be back in time for you to have a massive conflict of interest on Monday, 14 June ....... but alas, that now seems unlikely. However, the most important thing is for him to make a full and complete recovery, before coming back, as you say, "stronger and hungrier than ever". Cheers!!

Not good news is it.

My wife dislocated her shoulder - requiring an operation and it triggered a series of events that led to us getting married.

I wish LJ and Belly a much more fortunate outcome!

kudos, u got a laugh out of a very dissapointed demons fan

Thanks to Rudeboy for your input.

It should be noted that the recovery time from shoulder operations varies from person to person. My elder son required a shoulder reconstruction as a result of a football injury at the age of 18. His surgeon proscribed a recovery period of 5 to 6 months but told him that, in the case of a professional althlete, the recovery time could be reduced considerably with the appropriate rehab work. So whether they have recos or other work on their shoulder areas, it's a case of hard work and perseverance for Liam and Belly and using the next few months to work on improving in whatever areas they can while they're out of action.

In some ways Liam having his first major injury he now knows how important fitness, exercise , strength and conditioning his body is.We all know how his body is so light and he will have to build up his strength and weight over the next few pre seasons. This time out will play a major part to this being strength to his shoulder areas.Similar to Jack Watts. Far too slight for the role we want to play him.Liam,I believe is far to light also.However the best with recovery to him and Ding Dong.

In some ways Liam having his first major injury he now knows how important fitness, exercise , strength and conditioning his body is.We all know how his body is so light and he will have to build up his strength and weight over the next few pre seasons. This time out will play a major part to this being strength to his shoulder areas.Similar to Jack Watts. Far too slight for the role we want to play him.Liam,I believe is far to light also.However the best with recovery to him and Ding Dong.

Just got back from visiting him at the hospital. He's very determined to come back fit and strong later in the year. For those interested, the amputation went well, but he's going to have to work more on his left side from here on.

Just got back from visiting him at the hospital. He's very determined to come back fit and strong later in the year. For those interested, the amputation went well, but he's going to have to work more on his left side from here on.

Thanks Rudeboy, he has shown us before that he only needs one hand.

Very grateful for any info that you pass on.

Just got back from visiting him at the hospital. He's very determined to come back fit and strong later in the year. For those interested, the amputation went well, but he's going to have to work more on his left side from here on.

Thanks RudeBoy. Good to read it went well and that he is very determined.

Just got back from visiting him at the hospital. He's very determined to come back fit and strong later in the year. For those interested, the amputation went well, but he's going to have to work more on his left side from here on.

Oh my god, Jurrah has one arm... we're doomed... DOOMED!

Cheers for the update. I have no doubt that while this is a setback for him and us, it will actually be a good experience for him to learn what rehab is like for a professional footballer and what sort of commitment you need to have if you're going to fully recover from a major injury. It'll make him a better, stronger footballer in the long run.

Just got back from visiting him at the hospital. He's very determined to come back fit and strong later in the year. For those interested, the amputation went well, but he's going to have to work more on his left side from here on.

Amputation....AAAAArrrrggh What have they done This is all Brumby's fault...Dam Health system!

Not good news is it.

My wife dislocated her shoulder - requiring an operation and it triggered a series of events that led to us getting married.

I wish LJ and Belly a much more fortunate outcome!

Thanks I needed a laugh!