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One of the players who ran out for Casey last w/end was told by Macca that he was in line for a call up as the FD is looking to Sept and will be rotating/resting players.

Waiting for Joeboy. Befuddled by Tyson's absence?

I tipped the Lions after seeing their attack on the ball last week against the Dogs. Full credit to Fagan. They'll pick up a big scalp or two before the season's end.

Goddard said on ABC radio that when Milkshake and McCartney were both at the Dons that Macca said to Milkshake that if he continued to use his left foot so much he'd cut it off. I'm glad he didn't. Both Milky and Gus have shown what a weapon it is to be 'double sided'. I'd give me right arm to be ambidextrous.

If it ain't broke ...

Can't possibly leave Harmes out following last week's performance. ANB FD favourite. He won't be going anywhere soon. I was there last Sat and saw more of Weid's contribution than I saw on the replay. Lewis is the wise head. Tyson the only replacement for mine.

Reports from Sunday's game that he was our best, or close to it.

Be sure to check all surnames - Hawks and Demons!

I think Goody said at the end of his presser that Viney would play next week.

Myself and mate heading up. May catch the first 4 or 5 races at Doomben pre-match if I can figure out the easiest and cheapest way to get from The Pineapple Hotel to the racetrack. I got my general admission ticket on-line ($28). You'll need a ticket if you plan to take the option of free travel. From the MFC website: GETTING THERE To help ticket holders get to and from the Round 8 match between the Gold Coast SUNS and Melbourne at the Gabba, free travel is now available on G Link and Surfside Buses, in addition to free travel on Brisbane Transport and Queensland Rail Services on match day. Terms – This offer is only valid for the Round 8 AFL Premiership Season Match between Gold Coast SUNS v Melbourne at the Gabba on Saturday 12 May. Valid entry ticket/membership card must be presented to obtain free travel. My friends who attended the round 2 game at the Gabba had to queue as very few supporters pre-purchase. That will certainly be the case for Suns supporters. Tips for Gabba-Doomben transport appreciated (train or bus).

Love his ability to kick either foot. That was part of Sam Mitchell's armoury. Milkshake also handy on his left.

Harmes will hold his spot.

There's no doubt that Bartel is anti Melbourne. The other week when PJ (or Bartlett?) said we'd trashed our brand Bartel said that wasn't possible because we didn't have a brand to trash.

My mate played with Hird snr in he Dons VFL Reserves side in the 1960's. He also worked alongside him in the education department. Father and son had a falling out many years ago, partly as a result of Jim Bob's choice of a wife. They've been estranged for years. Essentially Hird snr is trying to curry favour with his son.

My mate, a Bulldogs member, filthy that his ticket didn't gain him entry to Mars. It appears that the only supporters who didn't have to pay at the gate were Bulldog supporters who purchased 2-game membership 'packages'. To be entitled to get those you had to reside in particular towns within a 10 km radius of Ballarat.

Nah, the Gabba. And I'll be there. Pearler.

From The Age: "..as Melbourne Magistrates Court heard details of the seven charges laid against him which included the alleged trafficking of ecstasy and ice, each of which carry maximum jail terms of up to 15 years...." 7 x 15 = 105 years. I don't reckon he'll get that. On the upside, my mate learnt a trade during his time in the Big House. He's a tiler now (formerly an arsonist).

IMO it's petty to be associating Geelong's success or Essendon's 'issues' with the trouble Thompson finds himself in. I learnt some time ago about Bomber and his tenants from a mate of mine who was a bikie in a former life.. It sounded like he (Thompson) was quite open in his dealings, and I'd be very surprised if many of his mates didn't know he dabbled. I was going to post four months back about what I'd heard from 'Bill' - a very reliable source, but could see no point. Bill was adamant Thompson would be charged.

I gather it would be a similar situation to Col Garland? But surely his salary still 'counts'. I reckon that was part of the criticism of Franklin's contract - not only that may he not see out the 10 years, but if he didn't he'd still be taking a chunk of their player payments.

Pardon my ignorance, but what is achieved by having Lewis retire? If he's contracted we can't replace him on the list, and his salary is part of our cap, isn't it?

Interesting stats Ethan. Where from?

Same, same but Hannan for Bugg. Hannan capable of snagging 2 or more.

Best to turn the autocorrect back on binman! Either that or avoid posting when dwunk.

Agree. And having Harmes and Trac rucking is just plain stupid.. Milkshake a shadow of last year's (and AFLX) form.

Certainly worth a try. He appears (with some justification) to lack confidence in his fellow backmen. Has he ever played forward?