And, putting injuries to key players aside, he'd probably come to the same conclusion that most rational analysts would - we have the worst midfield group in the competition, too many NQR's and a playing list that needs to be further disciplined into playing tough, defensive minded football.

Roll on the draft and the pre-season.

Malthouse appears to me to have been commenting on coaching, not list management. He says the coach plays to the players' strengths.

My question is whether Neeld does - in particular, in relation to Brad Green at the present time. Are you saying Green is currently a NQR? Or that Malthouse would consider him NQR? Nothing to do with our midfield group, unless Green is occupying a spot in it. Which he isn't.

I'm really glad that the club is having a game to honor Brad at the G. He's been a great servant. I'll be there to cheer him on one last time.

Thought this photo was a bit of fun:

http://instagram.com/p/ODOYyXl30X/

Am I reading to much into it, but is that Bater waving good bye as he exits the building?

Malthouse appears to me to have been commenting on coaching, not list management. He says the coach plays to the players' strengths.

My question is whether Neeld does - in particular, in relation to Brad Green at the present time. Are you saying Green is currently a NQR? Or that Malthouse would consider him NQR? Nothing to do with our midfield group, unless Green is occupying a spot in it. Which he isn't.

Based on his output this season and last, Brad Green is presently NQR. Why would Neeld be asking him to retire otherwise?

It's pretty simple I would've thought.

I'm really glad that the club is having a game to honor Brad at the G. He's been a great servant. I'll be there to cheer him on one last time.

Thought this photo was a bit of fun:

http://instagram.com/p/ODOYyXl30X/

Am I reading to much into it, but is that Bater waving good bye as he exits the building?

He has waved goodbye already I think. He's saying, Mark, can you give me a hand with my bags?

He has waved goodbye already I think. He's saying, Mark, can you give me a hand with my bags?

At least he isn't holding on to his nuts like Jurrah is.

Based on his output this season and last, Brad Green is presently NQR. Why would Neeld be asking him to retire otherwise?

It's pretty simple I would've thought.

And you KNOW that he was asked to retire??????

Why is it with you, that there is a conspiracy in every statement

Congrats on a great AFL career with the Dees Brad. You retire on your terms, still playing seniors, in the top 10 games for the club, a Captain and a loyal clubman. You have a lot to be proud of. Now get to work on those sons for us, we need good footballers.

Any chance of him hanging around the club in a coaching or mentoring capacity?

At least he isn't holding on to his nuts like Jurrah is.

I swear I've seen this pose from Jurrah before too.

Congrats Greeny.

Classy til the very end.

Thanks for the memories over the years and the wonderful way in which you continously represented our club. A fantastic clubman who always gave his all.

Great career, great bloke, well done Brad and thank you for giving it your all for the fans and the club.

And so, the last remnant of the 2000 Grand Final team departs. Thanks for 13 terrific years. His heroics in the 2000 QF are permanently etched in Melbourne folklore. Green sits 7th on our all-time goal kicking list and in two games time will be outright 6th on the games list. He's been a very good and clean player, and one of my favorites. I'm glad he chose footy over cricket or soccer, even if he'd still get a game with either of those national teams. Look forward to his send-off against Adelaide.

Well done Brad, and good call. It must be hard, I thought there was something coming after those goal celebrations.

Great career, great highlights, lots of courage and one of the best set shots we've ever had.

All the best.

All you can ask for from your players is loyalty, effort, courage and determination, and Brad delivered on all counts.Will be missed.

At least he isn't holding on to his nuts like Jurrah is.

Haha.. I had to look twice because the wrist tape makes it appear as if it's not his arm at first and someone else might been giving a reach-around.

Congratulations Greeny.....250 games, club captain, leading goal kicker...true champ of the club.

Congratulations to Brad on coming to terms with this decision, it wouldn't be easy and now he can start to reflect on a good footy career at seasons end. Will have played 255 games by seasons end and most likely 350+ goals. A very accurate kick of the football and he should remain proud of his footy career and having the privilege to captain the oldest club. The red & blue.

He has handled most things with class and dignity throughout his career and this is no exception today. Clearly admired by the players and fans and has given plenty of excitement for all concerned.

He clearly loves the club, will remain a one club player.

Respect B.Green.

Thanks for the memories Greeny

Thanks for being such a great and loyal player for the Dees, Greeny. Too bad you were never able to get that premiership, but I hope that you'll get to see one in the next few years.

Well there we go, he may have been given a nudge, he may be going out on his own terms who knows for certain. To me it doesn't sound like the Junior situation.

Congratulations on a fantastic career, it's a shame your last couple of seasons weren't great but you have given me some wonderful memories. The one that sticks out for me is the Hawthorne game where we were up by 50+ points they came back and hit the front only for Brad to kick a set shot goal on the boundary line and I was right behind it!

Perhaps announcing it in advance might even relax him and let him enjoy what time he has left. I hope boys play their asses off v Adelaide for his last game at the G, I will be there to say goodbye.

Well done Greeny. I HOPE it was his decision because I thought he had one more in him and we need senior players contributing.

Well done, Brad. You are a gentleman and a courageous and skilled leader of our club.

I hope that you may feel able to stick around the club and help mentor the next generation.

Well done, Brad. You are a gentleman and a courageous and skilled leader of our club.

I hope that you may feel able to stick around the club and help mentor the next generation.

Cudos to Green though I am not entirely certain that he ll be logging into Demonland to read all your messages. You would be better off emailing the club with ur messages for him.

Brad Green - a true champ of the MFC. Thanks for the great memories and your loyalty, guts and determination.

I would love to hear that Malthouse assessed Neeld in similar terms - but do you think he would?

...

I wonder what he would say about ... Brad Green

What would you do if Malthouse gave glowing praise for Neeld?

What would you do if he damned him with faint praise?

What would you do if he condemned Green?

What would you do if he pumped up Green's tyres?

Do you see that it doesn't actually matter what Malthouse thinks?