Tim "Bull" Smith Retires

[Lord Nev 13,512]

https://www.melbournefc.com.au/Melbourne/news/2019-09-16/tim-smith-decides-to-call-time?fbclid=IwAR3zbTc--DUVYfJXLzVyt4u9XiTjmCD7dGWJTWW62KOWzV_Ijlx_REJGm6w

[Lord Nev 13,512]

Bugger, just started a thread because I didn't spot this one. Work your merger magic DL.

[buck_nekkid 6,054]

Good luck Bull.  Showed plenty of courage and commitment, and sad to see you go.  I remember that maggot Rance sticking the knees into Bull’s back and putting him out for an extended period.  Never had a solid run at it.  

[bing181 9,343]

So where does that leave us: so far, Keilty and Garlett gone, Smith and Lewis retired. I think I'm missing someone ... but is there a thread somewhere with the comings/goings?

[Lucifers Hero 40,426]

12 minutes ago, bing181 said:

So where does that leave us: so far, Keilty and Garlett gone, Smith and Lewis retired. I think I'm missing someone ... but is there a thread somewhere with the comings/goings?

I have updated this thread:

There seem to be a few players re-contracted but not announced so had planned to wait till they were known.

Edited September 16, 2019 by Lucifer's Hero

[Ethan Tremblay 31,166]

7 minutes ago, bing181 said:

So where does that leave us: so far, Keilty and Garlett gone, Smith and Lewis retired. I think I'm missing someone ... but is there a thread somewhere with the comings/goings?

Maynard

[dazzledavey36 55,453]

Congrats on a career Bull! Was always a fan and unfortunately injuries got the better of you.

Certainly had the talent thats for sure.

 

[Redleg 41,717]

Well done Bull, you played AFL footy and achieved your ambition.

Unlucky with injuries, which probably cost you a few more games.

Hope you return to Casey.

Met you a few times and you are a nice friendly bloke.

Good luck in the future.

[deebug 1,754]

All the best for the future Tim, for both you and your family☺️

[Cards13 9,117]

Awesome effort Tim, just like Dec you gave it a red hot crack and had some excitement to you. Best of luck for the future and hopefully you take some screamers in local footy.

[Irish-Demon 14]

A tough hoor and solid player but injury prone. I must say I thought he was the better of the present listed Smiths.

 

[La Dee-vina Comedia 16,944]

5 hours ago, Lord Nev said:

Officially announced. Ripper bloke, always gave his all, probably to the detriment of his body in the end.

 

Looking at that right forearm, I fully expect to hear he's gone to Hollywood to play Popeye.

[Micksdemons 131]

Sad news - a man who gave his best had a dip and was very unlucky ( with injuries ) should have played 100 Thanks Bull - 

[Pennant St Dee 13,315]

Cheers for your efforts Bull, gave it a red hor crack but unfortunately the footy gods weren't on your side.

Best of luck to you in whatever the future holds 

[jumbo returns 6,741]

Lucky to play AFL, but he got there

 

[nosoupforme 3,085]

Bull had potential and gave us the best he had to give, a goer. However he had more potential being injured and was good at that.

Rarely strung 2 games together but he had heart more so than many of his team mates could show. 

[Demon3 2,541]

I was a really big fan of the Bull, was hoping he could fill that Cam Pederson role, but you cant fight the body. He should be really proud and hope he goes well post footy. 

So that 5 gone..(Jeff, Jordy, Maynard, Dec  & Bull)  who else gets us to that magic number of 8?

[Lucifers Hero 40,426]

3 minutes ago, Demon3 said:

I was a really big fan of the Bull, was hoping he could fill that Cam Pederson role, but you cant fight the body. He should be really proud and hope he goes well post footy. 

So that 5 gone..(Jeff, Jordy, Maynard, Dec  & Bull)  who else gets us to that magic number of 8?

Not sure why 8 is a magic number but if you want 3 more names:  Stretch, Kennedy Harris, J Wagner still un-contracted and like other OOC players no rumours that they have re-sgined (and announcements yet to be made).

[Demon3 2,541]

1 minute ago, Lucifer's Hero said:

Not sure why 8 is a magic number but if you want 3 more names:  Stretch, Kennedy Harris, J Wagner still un-contracted and like other OOC players no rumours that they have re-sgined (and announcements yet to be made).

I think 8 changes to the list is the right amount of refreshing. It allows some flexibility in how we conduct the trade period. Gives us 2 /3 looks at FAs 4 draft picks which we need, we need to keep adding youth and finding good players and then a fresh rook or Pre season pick. 

[Lucifers Hero 40,426]

2 minutes ago, Demon3 said:

I think 8 changes to the list is the right amount of refreshing. It allows some flexibility in how we conduct the trade period. Gives us 2 /3 looks at FAs 4 draft picks which we need, we need to keep adding youth and finding good players and then a fresh rook or Pre season pick. 

My guess it will be at least 10 players out. 

Add Guy Walker to the 3 names I just posted.  And Frost is rumoured to be traded.  That is 10 outs.  And I wouldn't be surprised if another contracted player isn't traded.

[Demon3 2,541]

2 minutes ago, Lucifer's Hero said:

My guess it will be at least 10 players out. 

Add Guy Walker to the 3 names I just posted.  And Frost is rumoured to be traded.  That is 10 outs.  And I wouldn't be surprised if another contracted player isn't traded.

Yeah good call with Walker, forgot about him.. and yep Frost on the way out and i agree, i think we may find there is another contracted player on a clubs list.. so yeah you may be right, it might be 10, that's close to a 1/4 of the list. big turnover, not opposed to it though.

My only thoughts on stretch and JKH is that they would likely be told by now unless they will be used as pawns in other trades?

[dazzledavey36 55,453]

I think JKH and Wagner will both be cut with Stretch offered a 1 year deal.

I believe Lockhart Wagner and Baker have all signed 1 year deals.

[Dee Watcher 71]

In light of this a good idea would be to let Frost walk as loosing another tall is a good idea!

[Demon3 2,541]

1 hour ago, dazzledavey36 said:

I think JKH and Wagner will both be cut with Stretch offered a 1 year deal.

I believe Lockhart Wagner and Baker have all signed 1 year deals.

yeah i tend to think Stretch will retained for cover.. if JKH & Wags get cut then it would stand at 7, plus a Frost on the way out maybe and possibly 1 more.. like Jayden Hunt who might look at opportunities elsewhere (hope not and just speculating) so we might be looking at 8/9 changes. its about right.