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Who's ''writing him off'' ? We don't all have to gush over club recruitments.

We're all different. I don't get emotional about footballers. During trade time they become a commodity. So, naturally, I want that commodity maximised. Oliver is the best pure mid I've seen at Melbourne and when his playing days are over I'll laud his contributions to that elusive premiership. In the meantime, I'm ok losing an overweight 28 year old man with Mummy issues.

A terrible comparison.

For me it's more his decision making. But hey, if people want to be excited by another club's fringe player, great.

I can't say this overly excites me. While many on Demonland liked Sam Frost I thought he was hopeless. Hopefully, this bloke isn't as bad with his ball use.

Just joking. Ann-Margret is one of my all-time favourites.

No such thing.

I was merely commenting on the merits of 7 & 8 being a fair trade for Petracca and you extrapolated that to mean all sorts of extraneous issues. When challenged on the merits of the trade you've quickly resorted to being a mendicant. Give yourself an uppercut.

Come on mate. Be brave. And I never mentioned Oliver, who is a separate entity. I said picks 7 & 8 was a fair trade for Petracca and you inferred it was terrible and anyone who thought it was fair wished harm on the club. Now you're being a weasle. You're being a shirker. I'll ask again, what's a fair trade for Petracca or retract your comment.

What do you think a 30 year old who doesn't want to play for you , runs away from high balls, and avoids body contact is worth ? I'm really looking forward to your answer.

Why would you say this when plenty think 7 & 8 is fair and have expressed that opinion on here ?

He played as a 20 year old in the toughest position on the ground. He's a far better kick than Petracca and a far better mark. His upside is enormous.

I can see why you'd think that. You don't even know how to spell his name.

It's hard when you don't know all of the facts, but I hope Melbourne call their bluff.

Words or Actions: It can be communicated through a clear statement or inferred from conduct that shows an inability or unwillingness to perform. It can be inferred by conduct. It doesn't have to be what you've stated.

Surely, it's occurred to you that for Melbourne to be taking the actions they are that there are compelling reasons that you're not privy to ? Or do you think you're armed with all of the necessary information ?

Lamb ?

@Demon Forever How's that BBQ going ? Did old mate turn up ?

I don't agree. He had no clue about the meeting around the tan, or the meeting today. I've been on here for over 20 years and I know a credible source when I see one and Demon Forever is credible. I suspect all Morris has been told is that talks are ongoing and that GC are amenable to offering picks 7 and 8. And in his mind, that's a likely trade. For me, he's getting his info from the Suns, not the MFC.

Pickett, you're the greatest contrarian indicator I've ever seen on a web forum. Thanks.

Me too. I'd rather them make Petracca walk back in with his tail between his legs. Because, rightly or wrongly, I reckon the Suns will cave at the last moment. Getting Petracca in is too big for them to overlook. Especially for a player who will leave in the next year, or two, anyway. Do Melbourne have the balls ? Unfortunately, I'm guessing they don't. I hope I'm wrong.

Do you think you speak for everyone not keen on 7 & 8 ?

I'd do that too, but I'm not sure how that changes the merits of my post.

Some posters aren't keen on picks 7 and 8 in a shallow draft. They'll be the same posters having a fit if 23 goes back the other way.

I'd prefer Humphrey over picks 7 and 8, but how anyone could think that 7 and 8 is not a good deal for a 30 year old who avoids body contact is beyond me.