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1 hour ago, Supreme_Demon said:

That was a wonderful letter.

Maybe it actually worked?! 🤔

I loved the letter but lest not forget the elephant in the room.

The club played their contract hand well. We will enforce our rights, and Trac had nowehere to go but this announcement.

The good news its it may be a catalyst for reviews and self examination by all inside the club to get back to the 2021 culture of selflessness. Its only a few years ago and everyone will remember how it works.

Someone on here talked about Mx and his captainvy in this matter.

Now he's officially a ruck legend, Flag skipper and all round beauty, should we be thinking we transistion to new leadership skipper-wise and just let Max think about himself for a chnage. He's earned it.

Entirely up to Max of course. he's skipper thll he doesn't want to be.

 

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Well, listen, you can't argue with results.

@Swooper Northey for the Demonland poster trophy 2024.

It's not actually a trophy, it's a poster of a trophy, being held by the poster - no, wait, I mean, it really is a trophy in the sense of a memento of triumph but not in the sense of being a physical trompy, because phyiscally it is a poster but psychologically it is a trophy, and in the poster there is a picture of a trophy which is not a poster but an actual trophy, except it is only a representation of a trophy, probably AI generated, and in this trophy poster which displays a trophy there is also an image of the poster who won the trophy poster of a trophy posing triumphantly holding the actual but non-existent trophy, which is a bit meta and just as well it isn't just another trophy poster of a poster holding a trophy poster because then this would go on for a while. But I hope Swooper appreciates it!

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how spooky is that?

you pen your appeal and within an hour your wishes are granted

you must be on good terms with that sky fella ... take a bow

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4 hours ago, Swooper Northey said:

Dear Trac,

as a loyal supporter of the Melbourne Football Club, I write this letter with a weary heart but a glimmer of hope. For a decade, Demon supporters have watched you grow from a promising draft pick to a legend of our beloved club. Your journey has been our journey, your triumphs our triumphs.

Remember that magical day in September 2021? When you stood tall at Optus Stadium, Norm Smith Medal around your neck, the premiership cup finally in your hands? That wasn't just your moment – it was ours too. You embodied the spirit of our club, the culmination of 57 years of hope and heartbreak. You made history, and despite being on the other side of the country, we were right there with you.

We know this year hasn't been easy. We all held our breath when you went down against Collingwood. The news of your injuries – especially the damaged spleen – hit us hard. But true to form, you've been fighting your way back, and we're here supporting you every step of the way.

Trac, we need to talk about the elephant in the room. The media speculation about your future at Melbourne is like a storm cloud hanging over our club. We've heard the whispers, which have gotten louder and louder. We've read the headlines and seen the pundits weigh in. But we haven't heard from you, and that silence is deafening.

We understand that every player has the right to make decisions about their career. We know that our club is far from perfect and that it has work to do to get back to the top. But Trac, we want you to be part of that journey. We want you to be the one driving us to greater heights, just as you've done so many times before.

You're more than just a player to us. You're a symbol of what Melbourne can be at its best – tough, skillful, and never giving up. Your presence on the field lifts not just your teammates, but every single one of us in the stands and at home.

We're not asking you to accept mediocrity. All we're asking for is a chance. A chance to show you that Melbourne is where you belong. A chance to prove that together, we can overcome any obstacle and reach the pinnacle once again.

If there are issues, let's address them. If there are concerns, let's talk about them. We want to be part of the solution, just as we hope you do. The uncertainty is tough, but we're tougher – we're Melbourne supporters, after all.

Trac, whatever you decide, know this: You've given us moments we'll cherish forever. You've been a beacon of hope in dark times and a leader in our finest hour. We believe in you, and we believe in what you and the club can achieve together.

This is also your chance to play for your mate Angus Brayshaw, who unlike you, will never take to the field again. Your continued presence on the field would honour his legacy and the spirit of mateship that has previously defined our club.

The ball's in your court now. We're here, we're listening, and we're ready to stand by you. All we ask is that you give us, and Melbourne, a fair go.

From the bottom of our red and blue hearts,

The Melbourne Football Club Faithful

I just saw the club’s and Trac’s response. Amazing effort, looks like your open letter worked! 

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Bit belated but as I drove home last night past the Botanic gardens I was wondering what I'd do if I were to randomly see Trac in a public place like that before this announcement.

I would have just said "Christian we love you and we'll always be grateful, always".

That might be really stupid for a lot of you but that's how it felt, and I'm very far from someone who gets attached to players emotionally.

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11 minutes ago, layzie said:

Bit belated but as I drove home last night past the Botanic gardens I was wondering what I'd do if I were to randomly see Trac in a public place like that before this announcement.

I would have just said "Christian we love you and we'll always be grateful, always".

That might be really stupid for a lot of you but that's how it felt, and I'm very far from someone who gets attached to players emotionally.

Stalker vibes. 

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4 minutes ago, Swooper Northey said:

Ha! Thanks SWYL. I'll turn my attention to the Tattslotto numbers next! 

Absolutely mate. Strike now whilst the iron is Hot 🔥🔥

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4 hours ago, Swooper Northey said:

Dear Trac,

as a loyal supporter of the Melbourne Football Club, I write this letter with a weary heart but a glimmer of hope. For a decade, Demon supporters have watched you grow from a promising draft pick to a legend of our beloved club. Your journey has been our journey, your triumphs our triumphs.

Remember that magical day in September 2021? When you stood tall at Optus Stadium, Norm Smith Medal around your neck, the premiership cup finally in your hands? That wasn't just your moment – it was ours too. You embodied the spirit of our club, the culmination of 57 years of hope and heartbreak. You made history, and despite being on the other side of the country, we were right there with you.

We know this year hasn't been easy. We all held our breath when you went down against Collingwood. The news of your injuries – especially the damaged spleen – hit us hard. But true to form, you've been fighting your way back, and we're here supporting you every step of the way.

Trac, we need to talk about the elephant in the room. The media speculation about your future at Melbourne is like a storm cloud hanging over our club. We've heard the whispers, which have gotten louder and louder. We've read the headlines and seen the pundits weigh in. But we haven't heard from you, and that silence is deafening.

We understand that every player has the right to make decisions about their career. We know that our club is far from perfect and that it has work to do to get back to the top. But Trac, we want you to be part of that journey. We want you to be the one driving us to greater heights, just as you've done so many times before.

You're more than just a player to us. You're a symbol of what Melbourne can be at its best – tough, skillful, and never giving up. Your presence on the field lifts not just your teammates, but every single one of us in the stands and at home.

We're not asking you to accept mediocrity. All we're asking for is a chance. A chance to show you that Melbourne is where you belong. A chance to prove that together, we can overcome any obstacle and reach the pinnacle once again.

If there are issues, let's address them. If there are concerns, let's talk about them. We want to be part of the solution, just as we hope you do. The uncertainty is tough, but we're tougher – we're Melbourne supporters, after all.

Trac, whatever you decide, know this: You've given us moments we'll cherish forever. You've been a beacon of hope in dark times and a leader in our finest hour. We believe in you, and we believe in what you and the club can achieve together.

This is also your chance to play for your mate Angus Brayshaw, who unlike you, will never take to the field again. Your continued presence on the field would honour his legacy and the spirit of mateship that has previously defined our club.

The ball's in your court now. We're here, we're listening, and we're ready to stand by you. All we ask is that you give us, and Melbourne, a fair go.

From the bottom of our red and blue hearts,

The Melbourne Football Club Faithful

Looks like your letter did the trick. well done Swooper

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15 hours ago, Swooper Northey said:

Dear Trac,

as a loyal supporter of the Melbourne Football Club, I write this letter with a weary heart but a glimmer of hope. For a decade, Demon supporters have watched you grow from a promising draft pick to a legend of our beloved club. Your journey has been our journey, your triumphs our triumphs.

Remember that magical day in September 2021? When you stood tall at Optus Stadium, Norm Smith Medal around your neck, the premiership cup finally in your hands? That wasn't just your moment – it was ours too. You embodied the spirit of our club, the culmination of 57 years of hope and heartbreak. You made history, and despite being on the other side of the country, we were right there with you.

We know this year hasn't been easy. We all held our breath when you went down against Collingwood. The news of your injuries – especially the damaged spleen – hit us hard. But true to form, you've been fighting your way back, and we're here supporting you every step of the way.

Trac, we need to talk about the elephant in the room. The media speculation about your future at Melbourne is like a storm cloud hanging over our club. We've heard the whispers, which have gotten louder and louder. We've read the headlines and seen the pundits weigh in. But we haven't heard from you, and that silence is deafening.

We understand that every player has the right to make decisions about their career. We know that our club is far from perfect and that it has work to do to get back to the top. But Trac, we want you to be part of that journey. We want you to be the one driving us to greater heights, just as you've done so many times before.

You're more than just a player to us. You're a symbol of what Melbourne can be at its best – tough, skillful, and never giving up. Your presence on the field lifts not just your teammates, but every single one of us in the stands and at home.

We're not asking you to accept mediocrity. All we're asking for is a chance. A chance to show you that Melbourne is where you belong. A chance to prove that together, we can overcome any obstacle and reach the pinnacle once again.

If there are issues, let's address them. If there are concerns, let's talk about them. We want to be part of the solution, just as we hope you do. The uncertainty is tough, but we're tougher – we're Melbourne supporters, after all.

Trac, whatever you decide, know this: You've given us moments we'll cherish forever. You've been a beacon of hope in dark times and a leader in our finest hour. We believe in you, and we believe in what you and the club can achieve together.

This is also your chance to play for your mate Angus Brayshaw, who unlike you, will never take to the field again. Your continued presence on the field would honour his legacy and the spirit of mateship that has previously defined our club.

The ball's in your court now. We're here, we're listening, and we're ready to stand by you. All we ask is that you give us, and Melbourne, a fair go.

From the bottom of our red and blue hearts,

The Melbourne Football Club Faithful

Fantastic work, really hope somehow tracc can read this...

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