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6 minutes ago, Demons11 said:

I don’t think that is the case.   Its not confirmed but it’s looking like 38 primary list and 2 rookies.  The players association is the one holding it up. 
If they don’t agree then in 2-3 year list sizes could be as low as 34

That is what I said, 38 on main list, that is 2 less than this year.

"How many players are on AFL lists now? Teams have between 38 and 40 footballers on their 'primary' list, and either four, five or six Category A rookies for a maximum combination of 44.Apr 4, 2020"

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2 minutes ago, Demons11 said:

I don’t think that is the case.   Its not confirmed but it’s looking like 38 primary list and 2 rookies.  The players association is the one holding it up. 
If they don’t agree then in 2-3 year list sizes could be as low as 34

Before delistings and trades can be discussed, not only do we need to know what the list sizes will be in 2021 and beyond, but also whether the AFL will change the rules on how many picks clubs must use in this year's draft. Has the AFL made any announcements about that? If, for example, there is no obligation to pick anyone this year (which I do not expect to be the case) we may choose to ignore the draft and prefer what we already have. 

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45 minutes ago, Older demon said:

At this stage the initial delistings will be out of contract players who will not be offered a contract next year. So from the list people are posting many are contracted players. Nietscke has been promised a 1 yr contract next season & Bratdke is a category B who is seperate. Can we have someone post an updated contract status as I believe there were 20 contracts expiring at the end of October.

 

Ridiculous move to give Nietschke another contract

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of the likely targets we might pick up, the talk has been about a mature big bodied key forward.  Like they grow on trees!  what are the thoughts about (just brainstorming - not recommending):

- Paddy McCartin

- Perryman

- Daniher (wont get him)

- Majak Daw (as was suggested in some article recently)

- Darcy Moore (as a fwd)

- Sam Day

- Carlton - McKay, Curnow or Casboult

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Just now, BScotti said:

of the likely targets we might pick up, the talk has been about a mature big bodied key forward.  Like they grow on trees!  what are the thoughts about (just brainstorming - not recommending):

- Paddy McCartin

- Perryman

- Daniher (wont get hi

- Majak Daw (as was suggested in some article recently)

- Darcy Moore (as a fwd)

- Sam Day

- Carlton - McKay, Curnow or Casboult

I'd take Mccartin if he came cheaply

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54 minutes ago, Turner said:

if you look at it every single club has roughly 8 list changes every season on average from premiers right through to spooners. + an extra 2 for the shrinking of list sizes its pretty realistic, and u cant say theres not 10 players on our list that shouldn't leave

Yeah sometimes we hear the number and think it seems huge, but would definitely not be surprised to see as many as 10 changes.

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12 hours ago, Fanatique Demon said:

I really don't get the enormous hate for Oscar or the love for Hore.

Oscar: by no means perfect but he is a good kick and generally a good decision maker. Yes, like all fringe players he makes mistakes sometimes, but look at our Demonland votes and notice he's in the top 22. Provides the extra height needed against tall forward lines. 

Hore: couldn't get a game at Collingwood. In 2019 he was frequently caught out of position and gave away unnecessary free kicks. Now he has been passed by Trent Rivers - a 19 year old in his first season. Even if he is retained, I doubt we'll see Hore selected in the team again.

Passed Hore FD?  You do realise he didn't play as he was injured all year yes?  Also, in most cases, a player needs a full pre-season in order to get to his best and compete at this level?

His game is also built slightly different to Rivers in that he's a big intercept marking player.  No.2 last year on averages only behind Lever. 

I'm not sure how you can pass judgement on him given he was out all season.

His biggest downside is disposal accuracy by foot.  He would certainly need to clean that up to survive at this level.  Let's see how he goes with a full pre-season under his belt.

Aside from his disposal, which IS certainly an issue, all his other attributes point to a very solid 3rd tallish defender in the making, subject to injury issues.

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I googled "2020 Melbourne Demons Squad"

Google popped up with the following Players

Daniel Cross, Harley Bennell, Jimmy Toumpas, Max Gawn, Jayden Hunt, Luke Jackson, Clayton Oliver, Aidan Riley, Dean Kent, Max King, Bernie Vince, Christian Petracca, Alex Neal-Bullen, Rohan Bail, Neville Jetta, Jake Spencer, Nathan Jones. 

Looks like we have more work cut out for us at the trade table 

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2 minutes ago, BScotti said:

of the likely targets we might pick up, the talk has been about a mature big bodied key forward.  Like they grow on trees!  what are the thoughts about (just brainstorming - not recommending):

- Paddy McCartin

- Perryman

- Daniher (wont get him)

- Majak Daw (as was suggested in some article recently)

- Darcy Moore (as a fwd)

- Sam Day

- Carlton - McKay, Curnow or Casboult

Perryman i suggested in another thread would be worth a look at.  McKay would be a better longer term option as a forward, Casboult if we just wanted few years of support for Weid.  

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11 minutes ago, Redleg said:

That is what I said, 38 on main list, that is 2 less than this year.

"How many players are on AFL lists now? Teams have between 38 and 40 footballers on their 'primary' list, and either four, five or six Category A rookies for a maximum combination of 44.Apr 4, 2020"

I think you will find most would have around 48, GC has 54 I believe. 

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6 minutes ago, NeveroddoreveN said:

Perryman i suggested in another thread would be worth a look at.  McKay would be a better longer term option as a forward, Casboult if we just wanted few years of support for Weid.  

If we took Perryman i would want him to be on a purely performance based salary.

So when he was having a shocker at the G i could yell out:

DON'T PAY THE PERRYMAN!!!

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1 hour ago, Pollyanna said:

There is absolutely no chance that we'll sack Goodwin and replace him with Jordan Lewis who has never coached a day of football.

Refreshing isn't it, a concept well supported by:

  • his football knowledge,
  • his modernism and tactical nouse within the best arrays of the modern game (Hawthorn at and across its peak) and its execution,
  • his communication skills above par by a mile,
  •  his currency on the best means to approach the modern game - supported extensively in very recent times by his onfield leadership (excellence) despite being just past the sunset of his onfield, playing capabilities.

A quality man, as well. Values driven, articulate, thoughtful, resilient, great leadership mixed with personalisation at appropriate length. 

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13 hours ago, dazzledavey36 said:

What are you on about? He was never on Collingwoods AFL list. He was recruited from their VFL team after winning back to back best and fairest. 

At one stage last year he was leading the AFL competition for intercept marks. 

Oscar is finished. 5 years on the list and has not improved one bit. Matter of fact he's gotten worse.

If Oscar is still on the list next year then Goodwins Ruthless call is a toothless call

I would trade T Mac as well.

Spargo should be delisted and is not AFL Standard. His paltry 4 possesions on the weekend are proof of that.

Dunkley not up to it, KK should retire. I think Harley has to go. Others Im still making up my mind about.

If you could get some currency for Melksham he should go.

Fritsch for Gunston sounds OK

BROWN and HUNT STAY!

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8 minutes ago, picket fence said:

If Oscar is still on the list next year then Goodwins Ruthless call is a toothless call

I would trade T Mac as well.

Spargo should be delisted and is not AFL Standard. His paltry 4 possesions on the weekend are further proof of that.

Dunkley not up to it, KK should retire. I think Harley has to go. Others Im still making up my mind about.

If you could get some currency for Melksham he should go.

Fritsch for Gunston sounds OK

BROWN and HUNT STAY!

 

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13 minutes ago, Deemania since 56 said:

Refreshing isn't it, a concept well supported by:

  • his football knowledge,
  • his modernism and tactical nouse within the best arrays of the modern game (Hawthorn at and across its peak) and its execution,
  • his communication skills above par by a mile,
  •  his currency on the best means to approach the modern game - supported extensively in very recent times by his onfield leadership (excellence) despite being just past the sunset of his onfield, playing capabilities.

A quality man, as well. Values driven, articulate, thoughtful, resilient, great leadership mixed with personalisation at appropriate length. 

He's definitely got a better chance of getting a date with you than being an AFL coach next year.

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15 minutes ago, Half forward flank said:

Not sure on contract status but I would enquire about Langdons brother at Collingwood. Out injured for all of 2020, played mostly deep back but I think has the ability and dash to play up the ground like his brother.

he has been crippled by injury and recovery is doubtful.

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14 hours ago, Elegt said:

I expect the following 5 to be the first to go this week

 

-Jones

-Omac

-Dunkley 

-Nietschke

-Bradke

Almost agree   Omac  might be delisted however he kindly opens the door to Joel Smith, after you Joel. Contract or not.

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Looking at @Lucifer's Hero out-of-contract list from a role point of view (in playing # order) gives some insight:

Tall Back: OMac
Medium Back: Hibberd, Hore, J.Wagner, Smith,
Small Back: Nietschke, Lockhart

R: Bradtke
Mids: Jones, Viney, Jordon, Sparrow, Dunkley

Tall Fwd: Petty, Brown
Medium Fwd: Hannan, Hunt, Fritsch
Small Fwd: Spargo, Bedford, Bennell, Chandler, C.Wagner

It depends how much depth we believe we have elsewhere in those roles and who we might be bringing in, but Medium Backs, Mids, Medium Fwds and Small Fwds look overstocked.

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