WELCOME TO THE MELBOURNE FOOTBALL CLUB - DAVID RODAN

[Tankey 2]

When you compare what we have done over the past 5 years, this is way better than some other decisions we have made.

No matter what we do, it's a step in the right direction, because its almost impossible to take a step in the wrong direction from here.

Good move.

[1 red eye 1 blue eye 762]

If he brings a degree of intensity and enthusiasm into training, around the middle and around the club, snags a few goals from the feet of our forwards, mentors our young midfielders and provides competition for a spot in the 22 then I'm happy, Welcome David, best of luck and give em hell!

[DEELIRIOUS 156]

This guy was going to be delisted by one of the worst teams in the league. He couldn't even get a game with them. He's old and he's past his prime, thanks to a terrible run with injuries. Pick 88 could have been used to upgrade Nicholson or Evans. What a waste.

Pick 100 whatever it is can be used for this?

[dazzledavey36 49,739]

YEEEEWWW!! The might D rod! stoked for this pick up not only is same heritage as me but he will bring terrific leadership and will set the tone at training, as he was one of the hardest and most dedicated trainers at port.

Will bring much needed pace zip and grunt plus a bit of x factor too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78FCod5g1_c&feature=related

[PaulRB 6,085]

Could be a great mentor to Barry and some of the others young forwards.

[DeeSpencer 23,638]

Couldn't be worse than our last over the hill port pickup. Strange that we get rid of moloney only to bring in another forward running midfielder

[Guest Hulkamania]

Couldn't be worse than our last over the hill port pickup. Strange that we get rid of moloney only to bring in another forward running midfielder

Yes but the difference will be that this one will hopefully put his head down, have a dip and not spit the dummy when things don't go his way.

[DemonWA 3,630]

Couldn't be worse than our last over the hill port pickup. Strange that we get rid of moloney only to bring in another forward running midfielder

At least rodan will side step around any would be tacklers.... As opposed to Putin the ball under one arm and trying to break every tackle ever!

[stuie 7,374]

Yes but the difference will be that this one will hopefully put his head down, have a dip and not spit the dummy when things don't go his way.

That's right, I'd forgotten you hated Watts AND Moloney Range Rover. Thanks for the reminder.

[Guest Hulkamania]

That's right, I'd forgotten you hated Watts AND Moloney Range Rover. Thanks for the reminder.

Blocked.

[bing181 8,355]

Pick 88 could have been used to upgrade Nicholson or Evans. What a waste.

Using pick 88 on Rodan has no impact whatsoever on whether we upgrade Nicholson or Evans. We still have 2 picks AFTER that available.

[Hannibal 5,814]

Make some more delistings & trades. One spot on the list for Rodan isn't a massive deal when you consider how many other spots are being taken up by spuds.

My comment is purely directed at your carefree approach to a position on our list, not the merits of Rodan.

[Mad_Melbourne 872]

What small forwards?

He will play.

I guess we don't have many but I can't see a spot for all of blease, Byrnes, davey, tapscott, rodan, bail, Bennell, jetta. I guess I didn't put much thought into my post, but rather I can't see him regularly slotting into our midfield ahead of anyone so it's just a deep forward role for him, but I think he is brought across more as a leader to show the boys how to train.

I wouldn't expect more than 10-14 games off him.

[Binmans PA 26,664]

This is a good move. I like it. Can't see any negatives in this trade. When he's on, Rodan has undoubted x-factor. We need a bit of that.

edit. grammar

Edited October 25, 2012 by AdamFarr

[Bonkers 918]

My comment is purely directed at your carefree approach to a position on our list, not the merits of Rodan.

My approach to the list is directly related to the amount of low quality players on it. The club could get rid of around 16 players if you include rookies & it would make no difference to our performance next year by losing those players. Hardly carefree, I just don't rate the list. Any inclusion of any sort of quality I welcome. Hope this clears things up for you.

[Hannibal 5,814]

My approach to the list is directly related to the amount of low quality players on it. The club could get rid of around 16 players if you include rookies & it would make no difference to our performance next year by losing those players. Hardly carefree, I just don't rate the list. Any inclusion of any sort of quality I welcome. Hope this clears things up for you.

Prior to this trade/draft period I wanted at least a dozen list changes, so I suspect we're in agreement in that regard.

But it doesn't diminish the value I put on a place on our list. I value it highly.

[Demon Jack 6,397]

Pick 88? We're just about getting him for nothing!

[Biffen 12,523]

When Rodan is fit and firing ,he is fantastic.

I reckon he is the perfect sub .

[Guest José Mourinho]

Using pick 88 on Rodan has no impact whatsoever on whether we upgrade Nicholson or Evans. We still have 2 picks AFTER that available.

Some people have no [censored] clue how the rookie upgrades work...

Edited November 11, 2012 by H_T
poor language

[Bobby McKenzie 2,266]

We traded him for nothing.

Pick 88 is useless to us. Wouldn't get near that pick.

An excellent selection. He will add some spark and pace to our struggling mid field. Always thought he was a good player. He will excite Bruce because he is Fijian like Nik Nat!!

[jabberwocky 2,301]

I see this differently to many. A fit Rodan is exactly what our midfield needs.

Could he be our most influential recruit for 2013? Maybe..

[Gippsland Dee 367]

This non-goal seems to really stick in my mind when it comes to rodan!

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i think he will be a good get for us but geez, this was a bit of a screw up! damn funny though

Edited October 29, 2012 by young dee enthusiast

[Salems Lot 2,394]

David was on SEN this morning; it was a complete puff piece but I am always impressed with how well spoken he is; I would regard him as one of the most coherent players in the league.

[dazzledavey36 49,739]

We are good family friends with alipate carlile and i spoke to him last week when he was in wang and i asked about rodan. Said he is one of the most dedicated and professional player at the club. Sets the tone at training and especially in the gym as you can tell by the size of his arms! also said that he leadership skills are second to none and will be a massive mentor to our younger group. after hearing this i thought he is on par as one of the best recruits with mitch clark. May not be in game day but his off field work, training, leadership..mentor role. Fits mark neelds calibre of changing our culture and setting the bar skye high!

And after meeting rodan personally after my time spent in SA with Alipate i can tell you he is one of the best bloke you could ever meet. always a smile on his face, takes the time for the fans and loves a good old chat.

Edited November 11, 2012 by dazzledavey36