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What about Craig Bird? Not getting a game at Sydney at the moment but has shown in the past that he can be very valuable in that run-with role. Obviously he won't be that 'star' player that we are still crying out for but we also need guys who are capable and able to lead our younger players while they are still developing .

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    I don't mean that type of player, I mean that type of pick up. Ready to go but not getting the opportunity.

    yep...need at least 2-3 ready to go types...solid workers, no need for stars as such We might even develop one ourselves...who knows

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    I had my fingers crossed for Shiel... dammit. I feel like something is in the works but it might not be someone any of us thought of. Think Vince & Tyson but better. I could list off players I would like (Sloane, Danger, and on and on) but I don't see it being someone obvious, possibly someone still contracted even. I also think we'll pluck someone not getting an opportunity at GWS, GC, or even Sydney.

    We should be looking at Essendon. Their players are pretty [censored] off annoyed with some said to be looking to jump ship. Don't know much about their roster but one for certain is Carlisle according to SEN today. I think wee will struggle to attract the top echelon.

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    We should be looking at Essendon. Their players are pretty [censored] off annoyed with some said to be looking to jump ship. Don't know much about their roster but one for certain is Carlisle according to SEN today. I think wee will struggle to attract the top echelon.

    trouble is carlisle is part of the 34

    and this issue probably won't be decided before this year's draft

    given deals are off the table it would be high risk going for one of these 34

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    trouble is carlisle is part of the 34

    and this issue probably won't be decided before this year's draft

    given deals are of the table it would be high risk going for one of these 34

    Depends what you can get them for. Carlisle is the only one I'd touch though.

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    What about Craig Bird? Not getting a game at Sydney at the moment but has shown in the past that he can be very valuable in that run-with role. Obviously he won't be that 'star' player that we are still crying out for but we also need guys who are capable and able to lead our younger players while they are still developing .

    Bird could be a good suggestion. Hard nosed and hard working (I think?) player pushed out of a very good midfield. We could do much worse.

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    We do not look at EFC players.

    Das ist verbotten !!

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    I was of the belief Robbie's major problem is just getting on a park...any park

    agree my friend. we do not have the luxury of nursing a player who has a poor medical history. Gawn is dodgy, Spencer has had his problems, we don't need another one. in today's game, I would always be reluctant to take an injury prone player, recruit or experienced player.

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    Is Aish any good?

    I thought he was probably the best available mid in 2013.This was my long winded report on him at the time. After a good first year at AFL, I still think most of this holds true. Worth noting that he did show that he was able to win his own ball last year:

    James Aish – With a combination of ability and exposed form (and perhaps bloodlines), Aish is the best all round midfielder in the 2013 draft pool. His composure and decision making is in the rare category. Aish’s ability to sum up the situation and take the longest amount of time available to pick the right option often creates space for players around him, as well as bringing teammates into the game. He appears to be very unselfish on field, often choosing to set teammates up rather than shoot on goal, and when tagged at the championships, often worked hard to contribute in other areas (1%’s, defensive efforts), which is an extremely positive response and indicates a high level of maturity.

    He reads the play very well, which allows him to make good position to take intercept marks The game often looks like it is moving in slow motion when Aish has the ball in hand and his vision and the way he appears to see the field and movement in front of him is reminiscent of an NFL quarterback. Whilst his kick may not be absolutely elite, it’s at a high enough level to capitalise on his decision making capability, and he distributes at an extremely high rate of efficiency. Aish is highly competent on both sides of his body.

    He likes to run and carry and will take the game on and initially may be better suited to starting as a creative half back at AFL level. He can win his own ball, but will need to add substantial size to his frame before moving into an ongoing midfield role, and in my opinion is the one major question mark against him. Does he have the body to put on sufficient size to be an AFL midfielder? He certainly won’t ever be a bash and crash inside player, but his composure in traffic and ability to read the ball off hands leads me to believe that he will be able to play that role in the future as his body develops.

    Two years of experience and strong performances at SANFL level on the wing for a very successful Norwood side will help his transition, and I can see him playing 10+ games in his first AFL season.

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    Aish would be a good pickup. Chances ? though

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    We will go for Aish. Mark my word

    Don't think we'll be in the final mix for Treloar, but think we're a great shot at Aish.

    Plenty of suitors abound, but with so many names flying around, we should be a chance at landing someone:

    http://www.news.com.au/national/geelong-targets-patrick-dangerfield-and-lachie-henderson-with-bombshell-13m-lure/story-e6frfkp9-1227390329237

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    Aish would be a good pickup. Chances ? though

    He is going back to SA ( just like Thompson )you can put the house on it.

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    agree my friend. we do not have the luxury of nursing a player who has a poor medical history. Gawn is dodgy, Spencer has had his problems, we don't need another one. in today's game, I would always be reluctant to take an injury prone player, recruit or experienced player.

    You have my vote Ernest and even when healthy I think he is average on his good days.
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    We will go for Aish. Mark my word

    He is going back to SA ( just like Thompson )you can put the house on it.

    I sense a Demonland bet coming up.....

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    He is going back to SA ( just like Thompson )you can put the house on it.

    assumes one has a house old mate. okay for Joe Hockey and the baby boomers like you but most people can't afford one. but i agree, with aish, adelaide would be the place to go. and houses are a lot cheaper. a small place in the willunga hills overlooking mclaren vale sounds perfect

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    Yarran? I'd take him.

    Same, but what would you pay for him?

    I'd like Curtly Hampton as a possible cheaper option from GWS.

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    assumes one has a house old mate. okay for Joe Hockey and the baby boomers like you but most people can't afford one. but i agree, with aish, adelaide would be the place to go. and houses are a lot cheaper. a small place in the willunga hills overlooking mclaren vale sounds perfect

    SA is home base

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    assumes one has a house old mate. okay for Joe Hockey and the baby boomers like you but most people can't afford one. but i agree, with aish, adelaide would be the place to go. and houses are a lot cheaper. a small place in the willunga hills overlooking mclaren vale sounds perfect

    But Aish would be getting a better job if signed with us.

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    But Aish would be getting a better job if signed with us.

    I saw what you did there!

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    We will go for Aish. Mark my word

    Quick, slick skills. Makes sense.

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    What about Craig Bird? Not getting a game at Sydney at the moment but has shown in the past that he can be very valuable in that run-with role. Obviously he won't be that 'star' player that we are still crying out for but we also need guys who are capable and able to lead our younger players while they are still developing .

    I'd forgotten about him. Would be a great upgrade on Rohan Bail

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