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TEAMS: Rd 09 vs Carlton

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  On 15/05/2021 at 08:49, WERRIDEE said:

I thought Melksham had one more chance as we were winning but no good pick on form which is always a good thing hope Chandler and Weid take it with both hands.

I do like Melksham as a down hill skier, he has a level of polish in swift ball movements that isn't replicated by many. 2018 Finals, his Hawthorn goal off 2 steps and the kick to release Hannan. Those efforts are priceless.

But given the increasing strength around him, good to see him forced out on form

Speaking of downhill skiers... it snowed today people!!! â›·â›·â›· 

#justkidding

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    Wow, Melky out, playing a role but not quite enough impact, though I thought he was improving over the weeks. Could be the med sub.

    Great for Chandler to get a chance, would like to see him hit the scoreboard early and get the confidence going.

    Jackson out will cause a disruption, hope we can adjust. I assume Gawn will take the majority of the game on the ball.

    C'mon Dees get the clearances, hold our marks, have crumbers and kick goals with greater accuracy.

    Go Dees!

     

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      On 15/05/2021 at 08:47, Hampton 22 said:

    What do we see as a Weid pass mark? 2 goals, some assists and tackles?

    Will depend on his whole game rather than stats - if he gets double teamed all day and finishes with 4 touches but allows Brown/Tmac/Fritta get off the chain he'll hold his place!

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    Nothing to fear from Carlton's changes:

    Out: Jack Newnes, Michael Gibbons, Jack Silvagni

    In: Marc Murphy, Will Setterfield, Nic Newman. 

    Cripps will probably put in a blinder as he did a few weeks back when the media put the blowtorch on him.  Harmes to take care of him.  May will take care of McKay, if the ball even gets down there.  A dark horse is their ruckman, Pittonet.  Last year he really lifted and was the reason they got back into the game and nearly won.  Max needs to be on the ball and dominate.  Hibberd to keep Eddie quiet.

    There will be a day when we lose but I don't think it will be tomorrow.

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      On 15/05/2021 at 09:06, Lucifer's Hero said:

    A dark horse is their ruckman, Pittonet.  Last year he really lifted and was the reason they got back into the game and nearly won.

    Was incredible, an awesome response to one of Gawn's all time most dominant quarters.

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    Always think Melky is good for a goal or two or at least a few goal assists with the penetration in his kicking. But fair enough, I like Chandler and it looks a better balanced forward line with this change. 

    On a side note - refreshing and good to to see the team named how it lines up on the day. Why play games. Must have been Choco’s idea. 

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    I’m hoping that Melk being dropped might quieten those who seem convinced Goodwin favours his selection. TBH - I’ve defended the selection of Melksham but mainly in terms of not being our worst and that Goody is not Gody at selection. I neither love or hate him.

    What it does suggest to me is that one of his attributes - being an occasional marking target in F50 - is not needed with Weid in the team. Dees more than ever need genuine crumbers at the feet of BB and SW, which Chandler will provide. 
     

    I like this decision as one of the concerns with Jackson out is we lose a tall who is a genuine gun below his knees. Chandler balances this a bit.

    I’m excited for tomorrow, wish I could be at the game.

     

    go Dees!!!

     

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      On 15/05/2021 at 09:06, Lucifer's Hero said:

    Nothing to fear from Carlton's changes:

    Out: Jack Newnes, Michael Gibbons, Jack Silvagni

    In: Marc Murphy, Will Setterfield, Nic Newman. 

    Cripps will probably put in a blinder as he did a few weeks back when the media put the blowtorch on him.  Harmes to take care of him.  May will take care of McKay, if the ball even gets down there.  A dark horse is their ruckman, Pittonet.  Last year he really lifted and was the reason they got back into the game and nearly won.  Max needs to be on the ball and dominate.  Hibberd to keep Eddie quiet.

    There will be a day when we lose but I don't think it will be tomorrow.

    Agreed. Jack Silvagni usually plays well against us as well so glad he's out. 

    interesting selections, i don't rate Newnes, but he is a better chance of being able to go with Langdon than Setterfield. 

     

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    Have not been a fan of Jake M but I did not expect him to be dropped.

    Full credit to Goody.

    Great ins.

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      On 15/05/2021 at 09:11, Patches O’houlihan said:

    Agreed. Jack Silvagni usually plays well against us as well so glad he's out. 

    interesting selections, i don't rate Newnes, but he is a better chance of being able to go with Langdon than Setterfield.

    And the thuggish Petrevki-Seaton isn't playing so expecting a 'bruise-free' Carlton. He, he. :cool:

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    Nice to know SG is reading this forum...

    Rusty Nails  6,830

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      On 10/05/2021 at 01:11, hells bells said:
      On 5/10/2021 at 11:11 AM, hells bells said:

    Would Weed offer more or less to the team than Melksham at the moment?  

    Would rather see Chandler get a run at it for Melk vs Weid ...mostly for team balance up forward and see how he goes in general, especially with pressure inside 50.

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    I like this team. 
     

    TMac to have a lot more movement up the ground and to be fill in ruck.

    With Chandler in the team I can see Spargo playing a bit more expended role a little further up the ground as I believe Chandler is a natural closer to goal. The other option is to have Pickett play in middle a little more.

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      On 15/05/2021 at 09:06, Lucifer's Hero said:

     

    There will be a day when we lose but I don't think it will be tomorrow.

    Who thought we’d ever be talking about us like that after the decade and a half of deesaster

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    The AFL website has a headline "Star Dee Dumped".

    And they're talking about Melksham!

    Have far down the list is he when you talk about Dee Stars?

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      On 15/05/2021 at 08:47, Hampton 22 said:

    What do we see as a Weid pass mark? 2 goals, some assists and tackles?

    A team win is the pass mark

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    Nasher is going to have to break the news to Goody that he's just a standard Demonland group think Melksham hater...

     

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      On 15/05/2021 at 08:35, adonski said:

    How's Bowey (inj?) and Sparrow emergencies?

    I think it’s Laurie who is injured - Cheekbone

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    Love the inclusion of serial bridesmaid Chandler, regardless of it coming at the expense of Demonland enemy number one. 

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    Big Chandler fan. Hope he smashes some tackles, has quick hands, snags a couple and keeps his spot. 

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      On 15/05/2021 at 09:05, Demons11 said:

    Chandler deserves his chance. 
     

    Good luck to the young fella! 

    Agree. He has shown enough at Casey for his chance. 
     

    Jake might have had a tough week with the newborn coming home.  Might be a chance for him to get 2 hours sleep on the bench. ??

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      On 15/05/2021 at 08:51, david_neitz_is_my_dad said:

    Some on here eating pie tonight. Melksham has had it coming for weeks now   

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    Wow never thought I would see the day that Melk got dropped. 
     

    Thank the lord. 

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