John Butcher doesn't excite me.

I get the feeling if they are prepared to trade him, his injuries are far worse than we think. He turns 22 next June and has played only 12 games.

You lot get sucked in by this guys (nudge) wild guesses every yr!!

Go back to his post last yr and see what % of his predictions came true.

If more than 2% of this comes true I will walk down Swanston st naked!!!!

From a Hawthorn scout: Melb have been looking at Matt Jones from Box Hill potential rookie24yr old.

Did you not read the opening post? He said its hearsay and majority of trades won't happen.

I get the feeling if they are prepared to trade him, his injuries are far worse than we think. He turns 22 next June and has played only 12 games.

But you won't be trading anyone these days without them undergoing a medical first.

In fact, nowadays in line with leading edge standards of corporate governance, you require a police check, psyche test, credit history through Dunn & Bradstreet and three personal references (including one from the player's nanny) and a clearance from ASIO and DFAT.

If he passes and a trade can be organised, I'd take him irrespective of whether he can play footy.

You lot get sucked in by this guys (nudge) wild guesses every yr!!

Go back to his post last yr and see what % of his predictions came true.

If more than 2% of this comes true I will walk down Swanston st naked!!!!

From a Hawthorn scout: Melb have been looking at Matt Jones from Box Hill potential rookie24yr old.

You do know that if one of his speculations pans out that will be more than 2% right?

If more than 2% of this comes true I will walk down Swanston st naked!!!!

So, 1 out of 50 and you're going to get your kit off?

Guy on big footy (who claims to be col garlands brother) suggesting we are into Butcher with an undisclosed player who we "may" be willing to trade the other way being offered.

Another very loose rumour but seems to be what this thread is all about

Guy on big footy (who claims to be col garlands brother) suggesting we are into Butcher with an undisclosed player who we "may" be willing to trade the other way being offered.

Another very loose rumour but seems to be what this thread is all about

I believe that Col's brother posts on here.

I believe that Col's brother posts on here.

Good to know then robbie, i was more getting it out in the open incase some people would not believe such a thing. Butcher himself is an interesting prospect. Has some talent, doesnt seem to be the best kick and will be injured if Port want rid of him, can mark ect though

Guy on big footy (who claims to be col garlands brother) suggesting we are into Butcher with an undisclosed player who we "may" be willing to trade the other way being offered.

Another very loose rumour but seems to be what this thread is all about

We have them coming here claiming to be brothers and cousins of players. Is this rumour about the brother, Butcher or both?

Good to know then robbie, i was more getting it out in the open incase some people would not believe such a thing. Butcher himself is an interesting prospect. Has some talent, doesnt seem to be the best kick and will be injured if Port want rid of him, can mark ect though

Butcher was a bit of a [censored], he went on record saying that he didn't want to be drafted by a side that tanked and seemed to have a pretty high opinion of himself.

Not sure if that's changed but he has ability and if the injury problems aren't too severe he could be a welcome addition.

What does the poster on big footy call himself? I can tell you if it's him or not?

Butcher was a bit of a [censored], he went on record saying that he didn't want to be drafted by a side that tanked and seemed to have a pretty high opinion of himself.

Not sure if that's changed but he has ability and if the injury problems aren't too severe he could be a welcome addition.

What does the poster on big footy call himself? I can tell you if it's him or not?

For give him RF he's a big kid.

Scully didn't say it.

Butcher kicks it like Matthew Bate, too erratic to be a star.

Butcher was a bit of a [censored], he went on record saying that he didn't want to be drafted by a side that tanked and seemed to have a pretty high opinion of himself.

Not sure if that's changed but he has ability and if the injury problems aren't too severe he could be a welcome addition.

What does the poster on big footy call himself? I can tell you if it's him or not?

SFebey mate, he wasnt playing on being related this was pointed out by another respected poster when the guy got shot down.

they were just sharing the info/rumour like anyone would, then heaps of people got upity about Butcher moving clubs, then it was brought up he may be related to col.

So it wasnt a i know col and this is going to happen, it was a i heard form a good source that we are into butcher for a player we may be interested in trading, i may have made it seem like he used the garland thing where he didnt, i thought it may add some strength to the rumour itself though.

this is said qoute

I have it on good authority that we are right into Butcher from Port. Discussions really heated up in the last 24 hours. Port are very interested in a player we may trade, can't mention his name. Obviously Port are concerned about Butchers injuries but the Dees think they can beat it.

Butcher was a bit of a [censored], he went on record saying that he didn't want to be drafted by a side that tanked and seemed to have a pretty high opinion of himself.

Not sure if that's changed but he has ability and if the injury problems aren't too severe he could be a welcome addition.

What does the poster on big footy call himself? I can tell you if it's him or not?

I remember this too RF, made me angry at the time but if he is open to the move and willing to go as hard as anyone, AND Neeld ect see value in him then everyone can turn a new page imo

Butcher kicks it like Matthew Bate, too erratic to be a star.

Why does every single recruit have to be an 'A' grader?

Butcher is a fantastic mark, & can play. Kicking needs work. Attacks the game.

We could do worse than giving someone like him a chance.

SFebey mate, he wasnt playing on being related this was pointed out by another respected poster when the guy got shot down.

they were just sharing the info/rumour like anyone would, then heaps of people got upity about Butcher moving clubs, then it was brought up he may be related to col.

So it wasnt a i know col and this is going to happen, it was a i heard form a good source that we are into butcher for a player we may be interested in trading, i may have made it seem like he used the garland thing where he didnt, i thought it may add some strength to the rumour itself though.

G'day Jordie & all.

That was my quote. I tried BF under a different name so I wouldn't get harassed, obviously that didn't work. Should of stuck with the good crew on here.

As I mentioned, the Butcher approach is true & Dees quite keen. Club is very active with Tippett not out of the question yet either.

I'm expecting an exciting few weeks, all the best.

HG.

Thanks for clarifying HG

I honestly have had no idea who is in the know around these parts, but always appreciate people sharing what they can. As i said earlier i think Butcher at his best and fit would be worth alot, it is just a matter of managing him, or if he is cooked or not? im sure the club will work this all out.

Maybe it is a money ball thing, strike while his value is limited after a bad year?

THANKS for keeping us updated Nudge, CHEERS! (^^,)

I get the feeling if they are prepared to trade him, his injuries are far worse than we think. He turns 22 next June and has played only 12 games.

This concerns me as well, when a club is willing to trade out a contracted and talented KPF alarm bells ring. At the same time I would love to have a fit Butcher at the dees.

I am sure the club will work through it.

THANKS for keeping us updated Nudge, CHEERS! (^^,)

Yes, to those that simply click the 'star' next to topics - Nudge has updated the OP.

Thanks Nudge for the update!

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Danyle Pearce - Not far off if mail is right, she blv he will be in red & blue by next week,firming by the day!

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http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/148905/default.aspx

With Freo lodging paperwork this morning, what chances does this leave Melb to pick up Pearce?

Can Melb still make an offer or is it upto PA & Freo to come to a deal?

I find it astounding that Port would be prepard to trade a player like Butcher at all let along at a time when they still haven't appointed a head coach. I guess saying we have made an approach doesn't mean Port have any interest in it.

Q Lynch to Pies

D Pearce to Freo

Q Lynch to Pies

D Pearce to Freo

That's gotta burn Mr Harrington. Probably hours of work down the drain.

Great start for MFC....