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That’s not so from all the press or even what Gawny has said.

Sorry NO Harry to FF.

Trac’s kicking skills are more reliable than Dangers.

Worth far more than four points on all fronts really. Hardly a negative also including the Casey bonuses. Clarry MJ Seston Woe Kolt Fullarton for the run and fitness Tmac Hore AMW Verrall all the Demons a really great hit out indeed.

For Kossie.

To be fair despite our 25 in age plus dominance on this team we are in reality in transition with the under 22’s about to play a major role in many differing positions. It gives a renewed freshness and vitality to our game plan and opens up I believe a potential of no ceiling on the expectations for 2024. And we have others to add to our mix with already recognised AFL credentials. Now there is sunshine over our Club yes the clouds and rain will not magically disappear but it looks possible that we have managed to ward off any major damage to our on ground footy fabric. Indeed it may well have prospered and we may make hay while the sun shines in spite of the sceptics who were assembling en masse.

I would presume the opposite, Papley and Warner underdone no way. No underestimating any Swans players under any circumstances.

Marty isn’t quite as tall and robust as Tommo or T Mac. He is more Hibbo’s size and will no doubt be used at some stages in 2024 when medium size is fine or required. Disco will also IMO challenge fiercely once he gets over his injury and it’s also a watch on Jed Adams. He is a genuine KPDefender for the future. Plenty of upside for our defence with Rivers Juddy Bowser plus Howes who can only get better. In addition Salo can always go back when and if a half forward needs quietening. Must admit Mr Versitile Christian took the inside mid job like he had played all his 150 plus in that role. The defence was back to near its best after last week’s aberration. Tmac also seemed to get recognition in his comeback in the early game and brings plenty of experience and solidity if he is fit. He will be all the better also for the run and despite many doubting his disposal I think he has no real concerns on this issue after defecting forward to guide our premiership tilt kicking goals and providing the smalls with some crumbs along with BBB. it’s all about fitness being maintained with the two elder statesmen but we will be a better outfit if we have both available for the majority of the season. All in all a good run for our troops with much of last weeks looseness ironed out and many showing their real ability which is needed to be a legitimate challenger in 2024.

Thanks this looks like a sensible guess of time out for our injured players. Thank you Binman.

Is this a Club list or a made up one by a DLer, adding info that looks like it’s complete guess work as it isn’t in line with info provided from press reports or posts from the Club.

But Caulfield will provide the total package when completed. What do we want in the Warne Stand when it’s being renovated or rebuilt. Admin? Plus players facilities. Recovery gym medical facilities exercise areas indoor kicking and relaxation areas for down time. Whoever is talking about training on the MCG again has been under a rock for about 4 decades. That can’t go back to when we were the sole occupant or even when Tigers shared the ground. 4 tenants and about 4 other sub tenants now play at the G. There is like 50/60 plus games per season. The Ground has to have a rest and midweek Mon to Wed or Thursday is that period to allow for recovery and maintenance. It is unfortunately our ground we share with Pies Tigers and Hawks . other sub tenants are Blues Bombers Cats ( who might forgo half their games at G to Cattery. But that’s only 2 games say vs Bombers or Hawks or Dees or one of Pies Tigers and Blues every third year. SWYL sorry but your posts are resembling the 20th century use of the G and that won’t go backward so we can train etc there. Caulfied train 2 days and Casey 1 it would prob be in the future. Not sure if any use of Goschs at all. sounds about as good as it gets. Bloody good in fact.

It looks like a CFC document.

Jake ( Rick) says Hi’ Where do I rate?

I don’t know Werridee where this is coming from. All summer you have MORE THAN OFTEN in your rather frequent teams for this week, month, Aust day, Lunar New Year, Valentine’s Dayetc. Placed Tommo at CHB much to my frustration when Disco was fit. I don’t agree with your latest tirade and agree with Young Blood’s very balanced post. However I believe Disco will possibly be a better bet for our defence based on what I saw vs Swans in Round 24 last season. But he got dropped and neither played vs Pies. Bad move our 3 talls has proved a constructive and consistent safeguard in our success since Round 1 in 2021. Naturally if the third tall is considered superfluous it’s ok to change but Thsts where I think Disco will be a smarter third tall by seasons end. Actuall can’t wait for Jed Adams to arrive as well. Maybe later this season might be a chance. He IMO is Stephies long term replacement ( not this season yet) of course. But rounding out this opinion is fluid but the 3 talls are rather comforting and successful for us over the journey and Tommo has gone a good/ great job all things considered and was unlucky of course to miss the Flag.

Wouldn’t he be a good chance up forward in due course if our defence holds up and he develops his confidence? Or one step at a time? Also now “close checking or defending” in the practice game did Blake any favours.

You have a very short memory. Tmac has brought the whole blame for our Finals straight exit on his shoulders or his possible leg injuries. I think it’s a great idea as Goody doesn’t always think of changes or experimentation. Half a season back MAY sweeten him up for possible cameos or longer up forward if his fitness holds all season. Rank and file have already written off Tmac and BBB as “live” possibilities this season. They are cooked or dead!! I’m might be old fashioned but we deserve a break with both so the Footy Gods might just smile our way this year! We can only hope with both Premiership forwards!!

Tarax see my other post earlier “ the Calvary Stampede,”

Old old story not every recruit develops at the same rate. We expect all to be linear and quick to adapt. Think of Petty Vs Clarry for eg. Howes vs Kynan Brown for eg. That's what I am talking about!!

Tarax You are confusing the rush back of injured Demons as the Cavalry arriving with the “Greatest Show on Earth” the fabulous Calgary Stampede!! A must see once in a lifetime at the end of a Rocky Mountaineer gold leaf rail ride with the bar opening at 10am in the morning. Bailey’s on ice never tasted so good!!

I am sick and tired of D/Lers blaming the MFC media ad nauseam. Some here had tasteless potshots over the last day. If they had looked at the Training schedule released today was the return after a break. So if no news exists no news is given especially no Club updates. On another level some D/Lers on here seem to reckon that they are privileged and entitled to extra news, inclusion,etc from the Club. As if for having the privilege to vent their feelings and opinions in this forum it gives the opportunity for extra Club to shower them with exclusive content etc. Others are “I have given $xxx and ….you know the lines. We are all passionate fans and of course are different but this forum is really for getting some things off your chests and also sharing in the highlights of our footy and gloating occasionally or being frustrated or angry on others. It provides a great opportunity but we are not owed any more than the other fans that choose to be more private. BTW Kent still don’t see the point in publishing a list of TBC, it served not one persons information in the least. May as well put the iconic 4-6 weeks if you thought it funny or sending a message!

But all players listed as TBC tells nothing. Unless Andy puts list under his Demonland heading it’s most likely an opinion only. Too many Demonlanders depend upon posts from us which are a mash of info of no real substance. I am staggered at the random Team selections by our members some going straight to Round1 completely ignoring Opening Round as if it doesn’t exist. And until the club publishes an update for the practice match all bets on players availability are off IMO. Then after Wef night we are then talking seriously on the real team for Sydney IMO. BTW not one D/L has praised our MFC website with the Angus retirement posts and videos. I think they have been good and hit the mark. Credit where credit is due. A couple of AFL site Footy Feed ( other than Darcy Moore delivering a credit on Maynard’s behalf trying to support his pathetic attempts of sincerity to Angus. It resembles a car crash perpetrator or his family trying to apologise to his victims after the event. Generally silence is golden in this situation of course due to legality issues. But the CFC and Pies army cannot gain any cred with us we clearly and correctly identify that blood is all over their hands ( and mouths). Well done Dees Media.

Another logical reasoned answer to another attempt to embarrass the FD and chief recruiting officers. Somewhere between an army vehicle and a sledgehammer approach is Poita’s approach. In between occasionally a balanced left uppercut that grazes the chin for a point!!

The tram as I understand goes up from Flinders St Station in Eliz st. Just ask the driver. Info usually available on the back of the shelter at the tram stop.

But we can’t play all players who have missed some preseason as some will be under done I believe. Kent has simply made a list which has no real date or any info. Other than Disco being 7-9 weeks away. For eg he has posted Angus still on the list nearly 24 hours after he has retired. Is guesswork so go to the Club website and get latest. Or look up City newspapers for more update info. On Carlton game hopefuls and Opening Round chances. Players that can’t play or injury will prevent are Kossie Disco And Petty. Balance is some will play vs Blues and possibly be available for Sydney game or Some may not come up in time.

Agree Binman it’s just our depth that if an injury to JV or Trac or Clarry puts great pressure on the other2. However last year we handled it quite ok ( with Angus help) do we need an array of others to vary our group plus not rob Peter to pay Paul. Hun in evaluating our defence did not even mention Riv. Glaring omission but with quality cameos not quantity we can also make it a strength . Not sure I agree that 2,talls is the way to go. History has proven 3 is required so Jake can play his proper role as interceptor. Disco could do that I believe. Tommo on most occasions has over time has been a good ally. Hore not so much. Adams might during the season present a compulsive reason to be elevated. I think it might be better to bring him in early rather than late if he shows the aptitude and concentration for the team defence he would join. Also Disco would be nearly ready for return halfway through the season. As ever it won’t be our onballers who are to blame but our connection plus ability to get our star forwards on the park and convert with reasonable accuracy.