mo64

Firstly, CJ was taken under father/son, and was not a high pick as stated. It's just my opinion, but I believe that any player that has been in the system as long as CJ, for so few senior games, would be perceived by other clubs as 'damaged goods'. If he couldn't get a regular game this season with all the injuries we had, i'd suggest that his trade value is minimal. I've yet to see McKinley play, but he was able to break into a far more talented WC side this season.

It was mentioned in today's HS that we're interested in Ben McKinley from West Coast. I'd offer this as a trade: Ben McKinley + WC 3rd round draft choice (46?) to Melbourne for Chris Johnson + Melbourne's 3rd round pick 37. We on-trade pick 46 to Adelaide for John Meesen. Interestingly, it was also mentioned in another article that CJ is out of contract. CAC did mention that we'd trade a 3rd round pick to Adelaide for Meesen, or pick him up in the PSD. However, he didn't mention the no. of the 3rd round pick. If we could get this deal done, we'd still have the PSD pick available for a high profile uncontracted player.

My mail is that it's definitely 3 strikes, and the substance in question can also be bought in a red, silver or black can. The issue now is whether the 3rd strike was on match day.

As previously stated, you need 4 ruckmen on your list. We'd be playing with fire if we delisted Jamar, and relied on either Meeson or a rookie ruckman to fill the void if White or Johnson were injured. Also, the trade value of ruckmen can rise dramatically with 1 average/good year, hence they become appealing trade bait. Adelaide and Pt. Adelaide have been stockpiling and trading ruckmen to good effect.

"required player " is my definition of football politics. Given that he's uncontracted, if CAC stated that he's on the market, the player feels unloved, and could put himself in the PSD. MFC get nothing for him. TJ on the otherhand is contracted, hence no problem in saying that he's on the table.

Give me some examples? I'll give you some examples of forwards in underage football who become top class backmen in the AFL: Leppitch, Scarlett, G.Jakovich, Fletcher, Martyn, Grant, Rutten, and that's just off the top of my head.....

Draft best available player, and trade for needs. I don't get excited about KP backman who dominate at under 18 level. If they're that talented, they'd be a forward. Case in point, Lachlan Hansen at the Roos.

Victory are not part of 'Team Melbourne'. They believe that it will dilute their brand. The MFC have been sitting on their hands whilst Collingwood set up the Lexus centre across the road. No-one to blame but ourselves.

The article doesn't mention the 'luck' factor. We would kill to have G.Ablett, N.Ablett, Scarlett and Blake as father/sons.

Well said Fan. I can't recall Wayne Jackson or Ross Oakley providing compensation to us, the bulldogs or the roos for a heavily fixed draw.

Absolutley! There were games early on in the season where our desire to work hard was questionable. Token efforts in chasing, tackling and running to a contest. This has got nothing to do with talent. It's a mindset..........

I'm more excited about getting Meeson than Jolly. They didn't actually name Jolly, just a GF player from the Swans.

Thirdly, if we are to acquire Judd, we need to free up room in our salary cap for not only Judd, but our emerging young talent. It would make more sense to trade Johnstone and Robertson ahead of any developing players.

Sorry to disappoint you, but we won't get pick 5 for Robbo. Can somebody explain to me why they think Frawley will be a champion key defender? I know he's young, but I need convincing..........

You are worshipping a false God. Joe Strummer is GOD!!!!!! Now Juddy has already decided 'Should I Stay Or Should I Go'. I'm hoping he decides to go 'Straight To Hell'.

CAC, if Judd is coming to Melbourne, don't reply!!!!!

Ha, ha, ha. Funny you should say that, cause i've just come back from the EJ Whiiten foundation lunch, and youi've almost quoted Hutchy's exact words.....

If what Sheahan says is true, i'm not confident of our chances of getting Judd. My only hope is if Paul Connors approaches Collingwood, before naming them as Judd's preferred team, as says "Give us your best trade offer. I've got other clients whose careers will be jeapordised if trade negotiations drag on till the deadline." If Collingwood's offer is unrealistic or an ambit one, Connor's puts the same scenario to Judd's 2nd preference, which is hopefully Melbourne.

And YM is solid evidence that 'the pill' is one of the greatest inventions in modern times.....

Wholeheartedly agree. Some people are suggesting that players shouldn't indulge in overseas travel until they retire. Having said that, it sounds as though the boys have planned their trip around the renowned trilogy of European pisshead/party events, ie; the island of Ios, the Munich Oktoberfest, and the running of the bulls in Pamplona. Be prepared to read about an incident in Spain.....

Absolute garbage. From what i've seen, Josh Kennedy is a far better prospect than Newton, who everyone here is getting excited about.

I'm finding the Chris Judd saga like the Olympic bidding process. Plenty of shmoozing by the prospective host clubs, and brown paper bags left under the table. I'm just waiting for Juan Antonio Judd to announce, "And the winner is .................."

It's disappointing to read in todays Herald Sun that Adelaide are making a play for Cameron Wood. I'd love him at Melbourne, but being a South Australian, fair chance of the Crows will get him.

Coxy, it's part of the 100 point id check, just like opening a bank account. Just be aware that if you use your credit card to directly deposit funds, there's a $3.30 charge each time. It's cheaper to deposit money into your account at a TAB outlet.

Coxy, is that TAB Sportsbet, or Sportingbet?