Tom McDonald - Ready to Re-sign?

[Lucifers Hero 40,733]

This article is a about Tom's new role as a forward http://www.afl.com.au/news/2018-02-11/stressfree-dee-relishing-his-shot-up-forward

But there is a tantalising line at the end (re contract):  "I'd like to get something done soon," he said. The club hasn't come back to me with anything yet, but it'd be nice to have it done earlier rather than later."

Last time he put off contract talks till the end of the season.  Not so this time! 

Looks like he will be off the Free Agency list before too long.

Edited April 26, 2018 by Grapeviney

[Ethan Tremblay 31,389]

He’s gone.

[D4Life 2,584]

Obvious two for one deal. Sign Tom and Oscar comes free!

[Sir Why You Little 37,458]

Will be great up forward this year Tom. 

Hoping for a few bags ? of 10

[Goffer 256]

Hmm aren’t Tracc and Brayshaw out of contract this year too? Think next year we may have cap issues when it comes to Hogan’s next contract. 

[Its Time for Another 4,306]

6 hours ago, Ethan Tremblay said:

He’s gone.

Bl&$dy knew it. You’re my source. 

Edited February 11, 2018 by It's Time

[What 18,810]

Can not wait to see him permanent forward. Hes a matchup nightmare for opponents, especially with that tank.

 

 

[deelete my account 1,194]

8 hours ago, Ethan Tremblay said:

He’s gone.

I'm waiting for proof. Do we know if old McDonald has bought a farm in the Geelong region? 

Edited February 11, 2018 by Doodle Dee

[Ron Burgundy 8,588]

Yes he has.

 

[At Least I Saw a Flag 5,353]

7 hours ago, Doodle Dee said:

I'm waiting for proof. Do we know if old McDonald has bought a farm in the Geelong region? 

E-I-E-I-O ...

 

[Demonland 74,443]

I won't be worried until he puts contract negotiations on hold.

[dazzledavey36 56,346]

9 hours ago, Petraccattack said:

Can not wait to see him permanent forward. Hes a matchup nightmare for opponents, especially with that tank.

 

 

Just looks a natural forward doesn't he? A lot of similarities to Josh Kennedy in terms of style.

[Demons11 7,149]

11 hours ago, Goffer said:

Hmm aren’t Tracc and Brayshaw out of contract this year too? Think next year we may have cap issues when it comes to Hogan’s next contract. 

Salary cap issues???? Mate, please.  

[binman 44,843]

18 minutes ago, dazzledavey36 said:

Just looks a natural forward doesn't he? A lot of similarities to Josh Kennedy in terms of style.

Don't tell ProDee that.....

[jnrmac 20,377]

He's a terific set shot for goal. As a backman his decision making and dinky kicks are heart-in-mouth stuff.

Will be difficut for other teams to match up again this year.

[Hot as Hell 466]

22 hours ago, D4Life said:

Obvious two for one deal. Sign Tom and Oscar comes free!

I am not so sure that is such a great deal D4Life. 

I would very much prefer to deal with each player on their merit rather than their parentage. 

Edited February 12, 2018 by Hot as Hell
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[D4Life 2,584]

43 minutes ago, Hot as Hell said:

I am not so sure that is such a great deal D4Life. 

I would very much prefer to deal with each player on their merit rather than their parentage. 

Your hard to please Hot as Hell.

How about we sign Tom, then independently sign Oscar for free!

[Hot as Hell 466]

2 hours ago, D4Life said:

Your hard to please Hot as Hell.

How about we sign Tom, then independently sign Oscar for free!

If only that were possible D4Life. 

In a more likely outcome, we will pay overs to each of them just to keep them together. 

[vans 32]

jebus that was a great game by tom mac v wc. Bring on 2018! 

[nosoupforme 3,085]

On 12/02/2018 at 8:32 PM, Hot as Hell said:

If only that were possible D4Life. 

In a more likely outcome, we will pay overs to each of them just to keep them together. 

TMAC is worth every Dollar and may  he play for the Dees for the rest of his football life. Big bodied players are a rare commodity and the quicker he signs the better for us.

 

[Ron Burgundy 8,588]

For all of our woeful recruiting over the years, pick 53 for Tommy Mac has turned out to be a complete steal.

 

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2 minutes ago, Ron Burgundy said:

For all of our woeful recruiting over the years, pick 53 for Tommy Mac has turned out to be a complete steal.

 

Even eclipses pick 53 for brother Oscar. ?

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15 hours ago, nosoupforme said:

TMAC is worth every Dollar and may  he play for the Dees for the rest of his football life. Big bodied players are a rare commodity and the quicker he signs the better for us.

 

 

I don't disagree that Tom is a valuable swingman and has been a rare jewel for us at pick 53.

The way the brothers negotiated in the last round was it was 2 of us or none of us - that gun at the head leads to a very different outcome in terms of what "the package" costs.

I certainly would engage with Tom ASAP on a stand alone basis, to secure him. It is other pick 53 that remains that I currently have trouble assessing. In my view he will be either very good or useless and we will get some clarity on that over the course of this year.

I would be more than happy if he has a break out year, but prefer to wait until that happens before paying for it.

Frost is a clearly more developed, faster, stronger and more willing backman at the moment. They both have their weaknesses, naturally, but Frost is 2 ears in front of O Mac for my money.

 

 

[Deeoldfart 8,201]

2 hours ago, Hot as Hell said:

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The way the brothers negotiated in the last round was it was 2 of us or none of us - that gun at the head .......................

I've seen this written elsewhere HaH, and I find the suggestion of blackmail disturbing.  What convinced you that it is 100% fact (?); or is it just speculation?

[Damo 3,466]

I believe Tom Mac is our most valuable player. He is first picked for my 22.

He is proven, tough and reliable. He seemingly has come back very quickly from his end of year operations and I would be happy to have him as a stand alone captain. I bet other teams envy us and I see him not only kicking 50 if he is not sent back to help out,  but goal assisting many others this year. Reminds me of Ross Glendinning.