BJ Goddard? option?

[Dee1987 277]

Just a Thought.

We all know that GWS are keen, we lack a star midfielder ( nothing against trengove), we still have money to spend, only 26 and would add a little bit of flavour into a one paced midfield.

Thoughts?

[nutbean 8,837]

I am not sure that we could pay him substantially more than StKilda. My guess is that if he is leaving for money he will go north otherwise he will stay at the Saints

[Harcourt 146]

He seems older than 26 doesn't he, if he was 24 he'd be perfect for us.

Would be a great get but he will either stay at St Kilda or go to GWS.

Saints would want both our compo picks though.

[Sir Why You Little 34,937]

well worth a thought...We need a star player.

Just look at that mark in the 2010 GF....26 is not too old, it's what we lack.

[Guest Dr Who]

Just a Thought.

We all know that GWS are keen, we lack a star midfielder ( nothing against trengove), we still have money to spend, only 26 and would add a little bit of flavour into a one paced midfield.

Thoughts?

Could you give me a few concrete facts about the MFC that would get Brendon to choose us over other clubs?

[rjay 24,046]

Money or chase a premiership, GWS or Carlton. Otherwise he will stay a Saint.

[Guest José Mourinho]

I rate him as a player, but I don't think he's the type of player we need.

I don't think his presence would have as much impact to make it worth what we'd have to pay.

Webjet.

[wisedog 329]

I'm of the opinion that our side desperately needs someone to do what Judd did for Carlton in 2008 - someone with skill and leadership in equal measure. Goddard definitely fits the bill, but at nearly 27, he may only give us 3 good seasons.

It would definitely be worth considering, but the price may just be too high - especially if the Saints demand both compensation picks in return.

Still, it would be a nice feeling going into 2013 armed with Goddard and Viney.

[Dr. Mubutu 694]

Money or chase a premiership, GWS or Carlton. Otherwise he will stay a Saint.

This is almost certainly how it will pan out. Wouldn't be surprised if there were a few more brown paper bags exchanging hands......

[H_T 2,941]

I thought he may have been an option late last year, we went with Clark. Agree with Jose. Building our own leaders and list maybe the best option for now (or the only option). But always keep an eye out for a star or entice.

[daisycutter 28,688]

Could you give me a few concrete facts about the MFC that would get Brendon to choose us over other clubs?

the best supporters???

[Jordie_tackles 354]

He is the type of player you would love, but he is 27 next month, so 3 years service may be all he can offer. Which isnt a problem but the price would need to be right. It would need to be a pick around 10 and something....which wont satisfy the Saints, only because at this stage our first pick is viney and the next pick will be about 5-6 which i think will get us a great 10 year player which is 3X as much value.

This then opens up the question, how much is a leader worth to the MFC, and will this go a long way to changing the culture at our club? then the value changes.

[Guest Dr Who]

the best supporters???

Now there is an interesting concept

- wonder if players prefer to play in full stadiums or more than half empty ones?

- wonder if they prefer to hear cheering instead of booing?

- wonder if they prefer a positive over a negative environment?

- wonder if what supporters put in the public domain ever has an influence?

- wonder if the "culture" of a club ever comes into their decision?

Just a thought. Mate only takes someone to share a few thoughts around here and we would have - ZERO chance.

Edited April 13, 2012 by Dr Who

[daisycutter 28,688]

- wonder if players prefer to play in full stadiums or more than half empty ones?

quality not quantity doc

have you seen/heard Aints supporters?

[Sir Why You Little 34,937]

Now there is an interesting concept

- wonder if players prefer to play in full stadiums or more than half empty ones?

- wonder if they prefer to hear cheering instead of booing?

- wonder if they prefer a positive over a negative environment?

- wonder if what supporters put in the public domain ever has an influence?

- wonder if the "culture" of a club ever comes into their decision?

Just a thought. Mate only takes someone to share a few thoughts around here and we would have - ZERO chance.

You need to buy a sense of Humour Doctor....it is lacking.

[Guest Dr Who]

quality not quantity doc

have you seen/heard Aints supporters?

Yip I heard them - they were scathing on BG in his first 4 years but now they are "[censored]" in their underwear NOW. Football moves in mysterious ways.

Edited April 13, 2012 by Dr Who

[Guest Dr Who]

You need to buy a sense of Humour Doctor....it is lacking.

So the truth hurts does it big boy. I will "buy" a sense of humour no problems - but only when a few around here wake up to themselves. Sounds like a fair deal to me.

PS what sense of humour do you want the Polis type or the Billy Connolly type?

[PaulRB 6,041]

I'd pass on BJ, despite him being a star.

We need to find and develop our own stars over the next couple of years and only look to top up with experienced talent when we are in the top 4 and need a new element to win a flag.

[Lil_red_fire_engine 10,333]

He seems older than 26 doesn't he, if he was 24 he'd be perfect for us.

Would be a great get but he will either stay at St Kilda or go to GWS.

Saints would want both our compo picks though.

Is he not a restricted free agent? All you need to do is entice him to want to come to Melbourne and then as long as whatever we offer StKilda cannot match then he comes to us. Not saying it is the right move but we do not need to worry about involving our compo picks nor is GWS his only option if he wants to move.

[Guest Dr Who]

quality not quantity doc

have you seen/heard Aints supporters?

PS and would "quality" be an opinion or a subjective view? Sorry English was never my strength.

[daisycutter 28,688]

PS and would "quality" be an opinion or a an subjective objective view? Sorry English was never my strength.

Never mind, you are learning.......little steps... etc.

Answer: definitely objective

[Sir Why You Little 34,937]

So the truth hurts does it big boy. I will "buy" a sense of humour no problems - but only when a few around here wake up to themselves. Sounds like a fair deal to me.

PS what sense of humour do you want the Polis type or the Billy Connolly type?

What is up your clacker Dr.?? What truth do you always bang on about....I am waiting for an answer...not spin...

[Guest Dr Who]

Never mind, you are learning.......little steps... etc.

Answer: definitely objective

Thanks - so what one person sees as "quality" another may see as "trash"? Would that be right.

[Guest Dr Who]

What is up your clacker Dr.?? What truth do you always bang on about....I am waiting for an answer...not spin...

You obviously missed -

- wonder if players prefer to play in full stadiums or more than half empty ones?

- wonder if they prefer to hear cheering instead of booing?

- wonder if they prefer a positive over a negative environment?

- wonder if what supporters put in the public domain ever has an influence?

- wonder if the "culture" of a club ever comes into their decision?

[daisycutter 28,688]

Thanks - so what one person sees as "quality" another may see as "trash"? Would that be right.

no that would be opinion (i.e. subjective)

don't fight it doc