1 hour ago, Vogon Poetry said:

He goes to ground a lot trying to lay a tackle or compete for the ball.  It's more a lung trying to make up for a lack of pace.

Massive yawn.

6 hours ago, martin said:

Massive yawn.

Welcome back Martin.  We have missed the ultimate sunshine poster.  When it rains, you are hiding under a rock.  5 minutes of sunshine, and you are beating your chest.

 

 

Interesting that Luke Hodge announced his retirement today.  I thought he has JL for leadership, kicking, speed and not going to ground.  Maybe Todd might ring him about 2018 at the dees?  That'll mean we just need Ben Button so that we can field a side in the Villa Maria Cup.

9 hours ago, yoSMOKIE said:

Too many people here think that when players like him don't get 30 touches every week they're useless. Completely baffling lack of understanding from some. He removed any possibly of a loss last night.

Absolutely. He talks more now than he does actions, but is just as useful

I'm far more of a supporter of Lewis than Vogon or TGR but I find it funny how many people point to him getting ANB to pass him the ball in the final minute is proof that he's a star. It was absolutely a good piece of leadership from him but that on its own doesn't really do much to support the argument that he's adding much to the side.

FWIW, I thought he played a lot better yesterday than in previous weeks. He had one abysmal turnover that reeked of a Vince-like lack of care, but he copped a lot of flak from not just the fans but the Carlton players, physically, and unlike last time he wore it properly and focused on getting the ball and playing a role as an inside midfielder which we sorely needed. 

23 minutes ago, TGR said:

Welcome back Martin.  We have missed the ultimate sunshine poster.  When it rains, you are hiding under a rock.  5 minutes of sunshine, and you are beating your chest.

 

 

Interesting that Luke Hodge announced his retirement today.  I thought he has JL for leadership, kicking, speed and not going to ground.  Maybe Todd might ring him about 2018 at the dees?  That'll mean we just need Ben Button so that we can field a side in the Villa Maria Cup.

An even bigger yawn Parkville physiotherapist. Was that u talking to Clarry on the fence yesterday?

10 hours ago, ProDee said:

Boy he goes to ground a lot.

I noticed he went to ground a lot with a number of other players in his back also. He does go to ground as a lunge or desperate act often as well.

His experience means that he understands when to stay out and receive the loose ball and when to throw himself into the action. A lot of his real value is like Watts bing in the right place when needed. His teammates are starting to learn that from him.

I'm starting to really like him.

Great game last night with little midfield help.

30+ disposals at over 80% efficiency in very slippery conditions. He did his part last night.

Lewis is about done.
Was hoping we'd get a couple good years from his 3 but I'm lowering my expectations to this year.

 

47 minutes ago, Demon Jack said:

30+ disposals at over 80% efficiency in very slippery conditions. He did his part last night.

 

27 minutes ago, Fork 'em said:

Lewis is about done.
Was hoping we'd get a couple good years from his 3 but I'm lowering my expectations to this year.

 

How do we see things so differently?

Last night's match was easily his best match for MFC.

19 minutes ago, Danelska said:

 

How do we see things so differently?

1 game doesn't make a 3yr contract.

Edited July 16, 20177 yr by Fork 'em

5 minutes ago, bingers said:

Last night's match was easily his best match for MFC.

Totally agree...has played all his career with one team where he wouldn't even have to think but he would know their games inside out.....doesn't matter how good you are....it takes time to fit into a new team and game plan....am hoping we will see his game improve as he becomes more comfortable with his team mates & gameplan

Just bumping up the Super.

6 minutes ago, Fork 'em said:

Just bumping up the Super.

You're a happy little thing.

"Hey Jordie! Well played mate, best game for the MFC.  But your (sic) done, mate! Here for your retirement funds you are! Good luck next week, hope we play finals! xoxo"

- Fork'em

 You're a deluded little thing.

"Hey Jordie.
Good game yesterday.
That's makes what .... 1?
Good stuff.
Your 1.2mil is in the mail "

-rpfc
 

19 minutes ago, Fork 'em said:

 You're a deluded little thing.

"Hey Jordie.
Good game yesterday.
That's makes what .... 1?
Good stuff.
Your 1.2mil is in the mail "

-rpfc
 

Lewis has been solid since round 13 and is stepping up exactly when we need him to.

No point stressing about next year yet.

He was very good last night and did his bit in a midfield missing a number of key players. Has had a decent few weeks, hopefully he is just starting to gear up for finals!

1 hour ago, Fork 'em said:

 You're a deluded little thing.

"Hey Jordie.
Good game yesterday.
That's makes what .... 1?
Good stuff.
Your 1.2mil is in the mail "

-rpfc
 

I don't remember saying that...

 

Look, why devour him after he plays his best game? He has played some solid footy before this too.

I just don't get it. You want him to contribute his fair share? Check. You want him to step up withou the skippers? Check. 

Maybe you want an easy scapegoat? Cheque?

 

If Lewis hadn't of played we would have been pumped.

He was our best, and provided much needed leadership to stem the bleeding when momentum was against us.

 

8 hours ago, rpfc said:

I don't remember saying that...

 

Look, why devour him after he plays his best game? He has played some solid footy before this too.

I just don't get it. You want him to contribute his fair share? Check. You want him to step up withou the skippers? Check. 

Maybe you want an easy scapegoat? Cheque?

 

We're all in the opinion game here and my opinion is that Lewis is about cooked.
Couldn't care less you got your panties in a bunch and want to be a fanboy smart ...... Alec.
 

 




 

Lewis has been a great pickup. Great game on the weekend too. Was never brought in to be our best player, but hes a wise hand and makes a valuable contribution on and off the field.

I rank Lewis number 17 on our list, however in the last quarter in a close game want him on the field. Carlton game, ANB kick to him to ice the time and game, smart experienced play. Pity he missed Freo game may have made the difference that day.

Finals time want him on the field, so he shares his experience, positions players on the field.

Next year he is likely number 22 on the list, but his knowing how to win, will still be valuable.

If we didn't have Lewis next year, I would take Hodge for a year! Hawthorn still have many experienced premiership players, that's why Hodge can go, they don't have enough youth and talent.

Goodwin & the FD have shown they know what their doing this year. To have the key injuries we've had since half way through round 3 till now yet still be in the 8 is a great effort.

Just look at Port hardly an injury all year, Richmond have basically had their four best (Martin, Rance, Riewoldt & Cotcin) play every game, Adelaide not many key players injured, Cats Selwood, Dangerfield & Hawkins hardly missed a game, GWS the exception with great depth. Even the Swans who are now on fire, were 0-6 when they had key injuries early in the year.

When we are in the eight playing our first final for ten years this September, Lewis will be worth his spot in the 22!

3 hours ago, DemonWA said:

Lewis has been a great pickup. Great game on the weekend too. Was never brought in to be our best player, but hes a wise hand and makes a valuable contribution on and off the field.

Every credible observer in the AFL would agree with you, as would Goodwin and his entire coaching team, and all of the players on the list.

To suggest that Lewis has been anything but a great pick up for this club is simply pig-headed.

 

Says who .... You?
Or are you just speaking for people who you don't know?

Talk about pig headed.