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Maybe the club instigated that process perhaps?  Lets face it, he hasn't set the world on fire over the past couple of seasons.  If it means giving young Bailey Laurie a chance to prove himself, I'm all for it. 

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    Hmm, what do Demonlanders' think he'd net us, late 3rd round or 4th round pick?

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    Would suit GC or North Melbourne. Adds experience and leadership. 

    At his age he'd be worth a late 4rd round pick or 4th.

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    The only thing missing in his game these days is speed. He looks like he's running up and down on the spot when chasing but his skill and reading the play is as strong as ever. He's be great at GC or young side  as an on field coach/leader if they can carry his lack of legs speed. If another club wants him, MFC will get him there.

    You never know - he fits the Geelong recruiting profile.

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    I like Melky but if he can get more playing time elsewhere then he should go for it.

    Obviously good signs for Laurie, perhaps with Petty developing well the club think Tomlinson capable of playing both ends?

     

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    Understandable on his behalf. I still rate his ability to connect inside 50. However, if he hasn’t got a defensive pressure aspect to his game that he can fall back on if he can’t get a look, then he’s going to struggle to get regular senior games. And as he loses a yard of speed as he ages, he’s not likely to develop that aspect.

    I’d say North would be his best bet. Alas for him, GC have picked up plenty of older, fringe 22 players from more established teams who bring ‘experience and leadership’. It’s starting to smell of a way for blokes to get 3 or 4 years padding on their super and the chance to live on the Goldy than anything constructive. They need to start aiming for more Mabior Chol types moving forward.

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    Hope he goes to a rival club that needs good forward tackling pressure. 
     

    I kid I kid. 
     

    Good luck to him. 
     

     

    Kinda serious. 

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    i can't see him being hugely in demand - he's he's a good player but he's a frustrating player

    fourth round pick swap which we then bundle and trade to a team who needs points

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    Would suit a club like the Gold Coast Suns where they really need some cool, experienced heads to help guide their young recruits from recent years. Izak Rankine is one who seems to be going a bit off the rails due to a lack of a mentor.

    Perhaps, package him and the Weid together for that pick 19.

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    Good luck to him.  He seems to only play how it suits him. We jumped at him when we didn't have much choice as to who came to the club, but he's gone backwards since then (arguably the only time he does run back...).  Can't see why a young club would want him around as a mentor.  Arguably should just go and teach people how to kick.

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    Geelong could do worse. Geelong have done worse.

    Good luck to him - it will be so tough to break in because it is really only Fritsch's medium forward role that he can play in our better teams.

    I am sure we would be upfront with him and right now is when all the clubs are talking to players so his agent should be doing the same for him.

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    To be honest, he had one, maybe one and a half really strong years in his time at MFC. He is also past his best at 30 years of age, and the club would be saying to him that there will be limited opportunities next season and there is unlikely to be a contract for you after that. You have our blessing to seek greater security elsewhere and we will work with the clubs of your choice in good faith to get you there. If that falls though we will welcome you back with open arms.

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    18 minutes ago, Colin B. Flaubert said:

    Understandable on his behalf. I still rate his ability to connect inside 50. However, if he hasn’t got a defensive pressure aspect to his game that he can fall back on if he can’t get a look, then he’s going to struggle to get regular senior games. And as he loses a yard of speed as he ages, he’s not likely to develop that aspect.

    I’d say North would be his best bet. Alas for him, GC have picked up plenty of older, fringe 22 players from more established teams who bring ‘experience and leadership’. It’s starting to smell of a way for blokes to get 3 or 4 years padding on their super and the chance to live on the Goldy than anything constructive. They need to start aiming for more Mabior Chol types moving forward.

    This is a good point.

    I think the club would like to really have a look at Bailey Laurie next year who's very skilful by foot and plays that high half forward role. Melksham has never been quick, but his smarts and IQ had made up for that. But I think even that's catching up to him.

    There is a theme when you're playing in Melbourne's forward 6 and that is you've got to bring immense pressure and tackling. Unfortunately again this hasn't been a strong part of Melkshams game.

    Even if he cannot find a home next year he's still a good experienced depth option to have.

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    If any club is looking to grab him for leadership, you would hope his advice is much more sound than his actions.

    Do as I say, not as I do type scenario

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    If he isn't in the senior team he's an expensive Casey player.

    Would miss him but probably makes sense if he's back up at best.

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    We've been very very lucky injury wise this year so would be happy for him to see out his contract, knowing he will have limited opportunities but provides a good fall back if needed and leadership. In saying that I like that the club is not hiding from these kinds of things and is open with the players. Last year it was TMac and ANB, go have a look and if nothing materialises this is what we need from you to improve... 

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    I think he’s been very unlucky in 2021.  Only out of the team due to Spargo having a real breakout year. If Spargo had dropped off, Melksham would probably have come back in. 

    Jake’s Goalkicking is a huge asset. If you had a player to take a shot from 30-40 out, he’d be my pick (ok Maxy is our new sharpshooter!!! 🤣) 

    Hope Dees keep this and other news “under the counter” until after GF. Don’t want this distraction. 

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    Interesting. We have good kids coming through, so will they overtake Melk next year

    will we miss him next year if he goes?

    he can kick important goals….

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    1 hour ago, Roger Mellie said:

    The only thing missing in his game these days is speed. He looks like he's running up and down on the spot when chasing but his skill and reading the play is as strong as ever. He's be great at GC or young side  as an on field coach/leader if they can carry his lack of legs speed. If another club wants him, MFC will get him there.

    You never know - he fits the Geelong recruiting profile.

    No Roger he doesn't fit the Geelong profile, far too young.

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    1 hour ago, TRIGON said:

    Hmm, what do Demonlanders' think he'd net us, late 3rd round or 4th round pick?

    I'd say early 3rd, he has a great footy IQ and has shown he can provide a great delivery to our forwards with his kicking.

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    2 hours ago, dazzledavey36 said:

    Would suit GC or North Melbourne. Adds experience and leadership. 

    At his age he'd be worth a late 4rd round pick or 4th.

    Could probably squeeze a 3rd if we paid a bit of his contract next year.

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    17 minutes ago, Marcus94 said:

    I'd say early 3rd, he has a great footy IQ and has shown he can provide a great delivery to our forwards with his kicking.

    Thanks, which clubs do you (any anyone else who want to chime in) think would be most interested in his services?

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