24 minutes ago, Norm Smith's Curse said:

Cant say Carlton or ill lose my job as my boss is almost Carlton royalty.

Time to change jobs

33 minutes ago, Norm Smith's Curse said:

Our family are all tragic dees supporters or saints supporters but we all agreed forcing the next generation into the endless cycle of pain was abusive. As long as it isnt Essendon or Hawthorn im ok.

I don’t believe you, and if true this is the ultimate Karen parenting… (joke)

11 minutes ago, Temporarily Hopeful Demon said:

Here we go again with people re-writing Trac's career just because they're angry with him.

There's much more selective evidence to suggest that he helped us attract MORE crowds. He was the only Norm Smith medalist in this club's history and helped us win numerous other games off his own boot. He also famously carried the team on his back in our 1 point loss to Carlton in 2024. I'd say he's been one of our most watchable players at his best.

If you seriously think that Trac's 'arm waving' and 'finger pointing' are responsible for our lacklustre crowds then I'd like to know what you think of May having a crack at his teammates, including his own captain.

Okay yes Trac wasn't responsible for poor crowds we can all agree on that, but his behavior was a terrible look for a grown man meant to be a leader and icon of our club.

May was also a shocker, his continued antics didn't help one bit and probably ticked a lot of people off in-house. If he was backing it up week after week it might be a different story.

Can you trust the media? Reported that Adelaide had to reconsider Trac as an option when he asked for a contract that included his current 4 years plus a 5th at more money. He did say at the B&F that it was a job. Does he think he is worth more than his current contract and should align with the insane money the Saints have offered TDK and Wanganeen Millera. ONe can only imagine what he is asking of Gold Coast. THis may be simple but the options he wants to explore are MORE MONEY!

I'm sure there'll be a "Farewell Christian Petracca" thread in a few days but I'll get in early. Thanks for the memories, Tracc. You are in the top half dozen Melbourne players I've had the privilege of watching. You did it differently and between 2020 and halfway through 2024 you were probably in the top 10 players in the comp. Without you, Melbourne are still waiting for their first flag since 1964. I'll always hold your contribution to that magical season in the highest regard. Your relationship with the game is transactional and that's fine. Many better players than you, including Chris Judd, had the same relationship. It doesn't in any way dim your contribution. I have no doubt you gave your all for the club whilst you wore the jumper. That's all any supporter can ask. All the best for the next chapter.

The fact that landing Trac could be a marketing bonanza for the Suns means they’d be wise to pony up Humphrey and Flanders, if only to highlight the value of their new gun player.

Stars may be aligning for us…

2 hours ago, Hellaintabadplacetobe said:

Tracs runner up in the Bluey surprised me and many others. As did his speech about it being his job.

Starting to make a little more sense now. Pass me the mayo....

He would have been having discussions prior to, the crows was for views only, lost a lot of respect in particular if true asking the crows for an extension to his contract, didn’t think you could do that if under contract? I wonder if he will ever walk back into the club for a premiership reunion/life member?

41 minutes ago, Swooper1987 said:

I'm sure there'll be a "Farewell Christian Petracca" thread in a few days but I'll get in early. Thanks for the memories, Tracc. You are in the top half dozen Melbourne players I've had the privilege of watching. You did it differently and between 2020 and halfway through 2024 you were probably in the top 10 players in the comp. Without you, Melbourne are still waiting for their first flag since 1964. I'll always hold your contribution to that magical season in the highest regard. Your relationship with the game is transactional and that's fine. Many better players than you, including Chris Judd, had the same relationship. It doesn't in any way dim your contribution. I have no doubt you gave your all for the club whilst you wore the jumper. That's all any supporter can ask. All the best for the next chapter.

Unlike Judd who left after his contract finished… This will taint Trac in supporters eyes..

I wonder if one of our scenarios (plan C or D if you like) is to absolutely keep Trac.

If the answer is yes then I can’t see a world where Trac is traded without Humphrey, Flanders or some other A grader becoming a Dee.

If the answer is no and Trac won’t be returning under any circumstances, then I can absolutely see us accepting unders by way of a package of underwhelming draft picks.

3 hours ago, Roost it far said:

This draft group has been labelled as very weak.

Yeah, the only people that worry about perceived draft pool talent are usually fans on message boards..

When I told my 13 year old neice today that trac was likely moving to the gc, her response was well he bought in on himself, he makes everything about him.

24 minutes ago, dees189227 said:

When I told my 13 year old neice today that trac was likely moving to the gc, her response was well he bought in on himself, he makes everything about him.

Maybe let her know that when she is older she might want to fondly remember a player that was a Demon Champion.

2 minutes ago, rpfc said:

Maybe let her know that when she is older she might want to fondly remember a player that was a Demon Champion.

she'll be too busy thinking about humphrey winning his third norm smith by the time shes 18

6 minutes ago, gawnbeatsnerds said:

she'll be too busy thinking about humphrey winning his third norm smith by the time shes 18

In terms of the counting of chickens before they have hatched - you are standing in line at the farmers market at 1pm hoping they still have eggs…

5 hours ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

What did she say?

She said “How the [censored] do you put up with those smart-arzes on Demonland, Ghosty?”

5 hours ago, Nietaphart said:

.Even the media reports and his social media activity at the time suggested/hinted it was a real possibility.

The media reports? Yeah coz they’re ALWAYS accurate.

Kozzie’s social media activity? As Roy George told me at the time, Kozzie loves “stirring the pot” and had no intention of leaving. He deliberately planted seeds of doubt basically for fun.

Anyways I’m done repeating myself on this, especially when it’s currently not an issue. Believe what you want.

10 hours ago, Bring-Back-Powell said:

Pick 7 and a B grader in Ainsworth might be the best we can hope for.

23 goals in 24 games is a bit 'meh' for someone that resides in the forward line.

Charlie and Chin say HI !!!

6 hours ago, Young Angus said:

Okay yes Trac wasn't responsible for poor crowds we can all agree on that, but his behavior was a terrible look for a grown man meant to be a leader and icon of our club.

May was also a shocker, his continued antics didn't help one bit and probably ticked a lot of people off in-house. If he was backing it up week after week it might be a different story.

He did back it up for 4 years and for playing injured which Goody demands ( Stevie also agreed) it has harmed his season.

He has in many Demon eyes our best ever full back ( over 100 games quota) or at least this centuries eminent holder of that title.

His presence and his Lever affiliation gave our defence thst aura of solidarity and strength and toughness that in many games frightened the opposition into trying and succeeding in challenging our fortress style defence.

One poor season as above does not take away his ability and occasional indiscretions as a great in our Goodwin era.

4 minutes ago, 58er said:

One poor season as above does not take away his ability and occasional indiscretions as a great in our Goodwin era.

absolutely he’s been the pillar of our defence for his entire time at the club and marshalling our defence. Nothing will take away from his feats in having a huge significance in winning our 13th flag.

Our defence was the main reason we were able to go all the way. And I’ll be forever grateful, but he’s no heart and soul like Gus was. We need to move on and start focusing on doing what needs to be done to reach our 14th asap.

10 hours ago, Ghostwriter said:

She said “How the [censored] do you put up with those smart-arzes on Demonland, Ghosty?”

So you're making assumptions based on what? What other players have told you about their relationship?

So Flanders chosen the saints, if Humpries says no , what’s left to trade for trac , picks alone will not be enough to suffice?

6 & 13 for Tracca pls

1 minute ago, adonski said:

6 & 13 for Tracca pls

This draft will be [censored] apparently. Personally I’d rather players

3 minutes ago, Demonsone said:

So Flanders chosen the saints, if Humpries says no , what’s left to trade for trac , picks alone will not be enough to suffice?

All in on Max Heath

2 minutes ago, Frustrated Demon said:

This draft will be [censored] apparently. Personally I’d rather players

I know its a bit boring but if we get 2 first rounders for Trac and take a couple of talented kids in the draft like we have done the last two years it's still a fine result