Jump to content

Sam MaClure- "Hibberd to Melbourne, 4 year deal"



Recommended Posts

9 minutes ago, DemonAndrew said:

if we give up a future first round draft pick for him as has been mooted i will scream bloody murder.

 

he's a good player, not a very good or even great one.

 

my preferences:

1) 2017 second round pick

2) 2017 first round for hibberd and essendon's 2016 and 2017 second round picks

 

next year is meant to be a far stronger draft than this year and we do NOT want to be miles out of it.

Our first round pick in ANY draft should be completely out of the question for Hibberd, but that's exactly what dodo will demand.

 

Give them nothing.

  • Like 5
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Slightly off topic, but I wonder if we keep the 2017 first rounder or look to trade it.  I know they are saying it's going to be a 'strong draft' but we already have the youngest list in the comp.  If we can use it to get in some quality talent in the 23-25 year old range then I'd be happy for us to trade it.

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

50 minutes ago, faultydet said:

Our first round pick in ANY draft should be completely out of the question for Hibberd, but that's exactly what dodo will demand.

 

Give them nothing.

IF TMac decides to leave and worse he takes his brother too he's got us over a barrel with a broomstick in his hand.

Edited by america de cali
Link to comment
Share on other sites

13 hours ago, Wiseblood said:

Not surprising, really.  I think we always had him in the bag, the challenge now is how we get him without Essendrug demanding three first round picks and Max Gawn as part of the trade.

You have me off to good start Wiseblood.

My smile will last till at least Midday.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 hour ago, DemonAndrew said:

my preferences:

1) 2017 second round pick

2) 2017 first round for hibberd and essendon's 2016 and 2017 second round picks

 

That's just not going to get it done and is equally as obstructive to good trading as Dodoro's reputation.

2017 2nd round will hopefully be around 30ish, that's unrealistic.

2017 1st round (say 12ish) for Hibberd and Essendons 2016 2nd round (which is currently 19) would be a very good deal for us, no need for them to add their 2017 2nd.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

13 hours ago, DeeSpencer said:

Pro: powerful running (but not super quick), long kicking midsized defender, strong in the air and solid one on one

Cons: Probably struggles with his weight at the best of times, will be interesting to see if he's in shape. 27 in Jan. At 186cm he probably doesn't solve our 3rd tall issues

 

They've got nothing on these highlights.

 

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

12 hours ago, Abe said:

Biggest weakness is he has no right foot and teams target this in his game, but he can be extremely damaging if given time and space.

Bugger! that will make it hard for him to get up speed.

How does he avoid falling on his arse every time he kicks?
I am surprised he has made it to this level.

 

  • Like 7
Link to comment
Share on other sites


Hibberd won't cost a first round pick. A second should do it, if not maybe adding a swap of later round picks will hopefully be enough. Maybe slightly overpaying for Melksham was done with this in mind.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 hour ago, faultydet said:

Our first round pick in ANY draft should be completely out of the question for Hibberd, but that's exactly what dodo will demand.

 We'll get 3 years out of Hibberd , 4 at the most.
They can have our pick14 from the 2007 draft.
Maybe pick#2 from the 2009 draft at the most.

 

Edited by Fork 'em
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Now that Hibberd is in the bag, I wouldn't be that surprised to see Hurley down the track. Small waves syndrome. Melbourne does not make big waves usually in the cess pool, so we just let things settle and move on to the next target..... Don't unduly stress the AFL. 

Wouldn't be upset to see Judd on our horizon either..... 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

50 minutes ago, america de cali said:

IF TMac decides to leave and worse he takes his brother too he's got us over a barrel with a broomstick in his hand.

Sorry mate, but I'm confused.

 

How does this relate to a trade involving Hibberd, and what he is worth?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

12 hours ago, Abe said:

Biggest weakness is he has no right foot and teams target this in his game, but he can be extremely damaging if given time and space.

We seem to be accumulating a lot of left footers a la hawthorn.....just sayin....

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Our left footers are typical that the have no right foot but uncharacteristically aren't much good with the left either.

 

  • Like 5
Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 minute ago, Fork 'em said:

Our left footers are typical that the have no right foot but uncharacteristically aren't much good with the left either.

 

I'd agree, with the exception of Salem.

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites


Landing Hibberd and a Full back with runs on the board would be huge for us and should settle the backline group nicely.

Oscar McDonald and Frost may well turn out to be solid enough KP defenders but at this point in their careers, they're not going to give us the lift we need. They're not ready now and are only being played because Garland and Dunn are not. 

Not because they're the bees knees. 

 

 

Edited by stevethemanjordan
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Dunn and Garland's days are limited, they have been good servants in a shocking decade for the club but they have there limitations and I reckon they may struggle to get a regular game at other clubs?

With O MacDonald, Jetta, Frost Melksham and hopefully Hibberd our backline all of a sudden looks a little bit more brighter plus hopefully the Signing of T MacDonald and 1 key position defender..... Hurley?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

31 minutes ago, Wiseblood said:

I'd add Kent to the mix as well, especially over long distances. He isn't the most consistent, I'll admit that, but he can hit targets that are 50-60 metres away.

Kent is hit and miss he will hit someone lace out 4 out of 5 times but randomly spray one in the middle, he doesnt settle himself enough when he is running at full pace he kinda just runs and kicks. Im hoping it's just a composure thing that he will get better at over time. He can hit up a player inboard quite well, he has good lateral vision when he is running with the ball

  • Like 2
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below.
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Demonland Forums  

  • Match Previews, Reports & Articles  

    2024 Player Reviews: #15 Ed Langdon

    The Demon running machine came back with a vengeance after a leaner than usual year in 2023.  Date of Birth: 1 February 1996 Height: 182cm Games MFC 2024: 22 Career Total: 179 Goals MFC 2024: 9 Career Total: 76 Brownlow Medal Votes: 5 Melbourne Football Club: 5th Best & Fairest: 352 votes

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 4

    2024 Player Reviews: #24 Trent Rivers

    The premiership defender had his best year yet as he was given the opportunity to move into the midfield and made a good fist of it. Date of Birth: 30 July 2001 Games MFC 2024: 23 Career Total: 100 Goals MFC 2024: 2 Career Total:  9 Brownlow Medal Votes: 7 Melbourne Football Club: 6th Best & Fairest: 350 votes

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 2

    TRAINING: Monday 11th November 2024

    Veteran Demonland Trackwatchers Kev Martin, Slartibartfast & Demon Wheels were on hand at Gosch's Paddock to kick off the official first training session for the 1st to 4th year players with a few elder statesmen in attendance as well. KEV MARTIN'S PRESEASON TRAINING OBSERVATIONS Beautiful morning. Joy all round, they look like they want to be there.  21 in the squad. Looks like the leadership group is TMac, Viney Chandler and Petty. They look like they have sli

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Training Reports 2

    2024 Player Reviews: #1 Steven May

    The years are rolling by but May continued to be rock solid in a key defensive position despite some injury concerns. He showed great resilience in coming back from a nasty rib injury and is expected to continue in that role for another couple of seasons. Date of Birth: 10 January 1992 Height: 193cm Games MFC 2024: 19 Career Total: 235 Goals MFC 2024: 1 Career Total: 24 Melbourne Football Club: 9th Best & Fairest: 316 votes

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons

    2024 Player Reviews: #4 Judd McVee

    It was another strong season from McVee who spent most of his time mainly at half back but he also looked at home on a few occasions when he was moved into the midfield. There could be more of that in 2025. Date of Birth: 7 August 2003 Height: 185cm Games MFC 2024: 23 Career Total: 48 Goals MFC 2024: 1 Career Total: 1 Brownlow Medal Votes: 1 Melbourne Football Club: 7th Best & Fairest: 347 votes

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 5

    2024 Player Reviews: #31 Bayley Fritsch

    Once again the club’s top goal scorer but he had a few uncharacteristic flat spots during the season and the club will be looking for much better from him in 2025. Date of Birth: 6 December 1996 Height: 188cm Games MFC 2024: 23 Career Total: 149 Goals MFC 2024: 41 Career Total: 252 Brownlow Medal Votes: 4

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 9

    2024 Player Reviews: #18 Jake Melksham

    After sustaining a torn ACL in the final match of the 2023 season Jake added a bit to the attack late in the 2024 season upon his return. He has re-signed on to the Demons for 1 more season in 2025. Date of Birth: 12 August 1991 Height: 186cm Games MFC 2024: 8 Career Total: 229 Goals MFC 2024: 8 Career Total: 188

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 7

    2024 Player Reviews: #3 Christian Salem

    The luckless Salem suffered a hamstring injury against the Lions early in the season and, after missing a number of games, he was never at his best. He was also inconvenienced by minor niggles later in the season. This was a blow for the club that sorely needed him to fill gaps in the midfield at times as well as to do his best work in defence. Date of Birth: 15 July 1995 Height: 184cm Games MFC 2024: 17 Career Total: 176 Goals MFC 2024: 1 Career Total: 26 Brownlow Meda

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 8

    2024 Player Reviews: #39 Koltyn Tholstrop

    The first round draft pick at #13 from twelve months ago the strongly built medium forward has had an impressive introduction to AFL football and is expected to spend more midfield moments as his career progresses. Date of Birth: 25 July 2005 Height: 186cm Games MFC 2024: 10 Career Total: 10 Goals MFC 2024: 5 Career Total: 5 Games CDFC 2024: 7 Goals CDFC 2024: 4

    Demonland
    Demonland |
    Melbourne Demons 9
  • Tell a friend

    Love Demonland? Tell a friend!

×
×
  • Create New...