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The death ride hit a speed bump this week but don't fear folks, the Crows will run all over Freo next week.

Superb performance. Hard to find any fault really and the perfect response to last week’s aberration. The only thing I would add that hasn’t been mentioned already was our set shots were flawless. I don’t we missed one all day. Makes such a difference to kick straight and apply score board pressure. And great to put the Swans hoodoo to rest. I was sick of getting beaten by that mob.

We have a much better record away from the G. And Optus holds no fear for us. It’s hallowed ground now. An annual pilgrimage is fine with me.

We were rubbish last time out so a big performance is needed. And I believe we will get it. Too many champions in this team not to get a response. Could go either way but I’ll go with my heart which says Dees by 10 points. And good luck JVR. Would be great to see you snag one on debut.

Saints working much harder. Dons lazy and unaccountable

Gresham wasting possessions.

I'm glad Curnow kicked that sealer for Carlton. Would have been a shame if a diabolical umpiring decision had decided the game.

pathetic free kick for dissent. Ump should be ashamed.

I never tire of watching Carlton cough up games.

Docherty is a great kick for goal

Open it anyway Uncle. Life is short.

This is an enjoyable game. Both teams trying to take the game on and having a crack

Larkey is a very good forward. kicked 12 straight for the year so far. Very impressive

I find it very difficult to listen to Dermie. He talks such guff.

Was just about to post the same thing. I think we'll know more after today whether they're tanking or not (i don't think they are btw)

Is it the money that's the issue for you Red? If he proves himself post knee injury then i say bring him in. A proven KPF is worth more than picks and developing youngsters I think even with JT working his magic. And a proven KPF costs. Thats just the reality. My only concern is his fitness. All that said, I'm really looking forward to seeing JVR make his debut. Would be great if he could nail down his spot.

They have some very good players that could become greats in Brayshaw and Young. Sean D'Arcy is a very good ruckman. Jackson of course is super talented. Serong can play. Good defensive players in Cox and Perace. They have the makings of a good team. Add some forwards and they should be contending. Unfortunately for them Bellend has unbalanced the whole list by bringing in Jackson at this point in time and moving on solid role players to do so.

I hate Collingwood but I can't hate Pendlebury.

Short definitely. Hopper maybe. Dusty is close to the end so he'd have to turn back the clock. Broad is a decent defender so would help repel the tide. So overall yes they would be improved but not sure how much difference it would make tonight. Pies bad goal kicking keeping the Tiges in it.

Well if the Tiges aren't capable of giving the pies a game I hope the pies give them a belting.

Pies should have at least 3 more goals but for bad kicking. Tiges hanging on by their fingernails i reckon

3 posters already for the pies. They should be well ahead

Pendles caught HTB. That never happens

gather and finish by bolton outstanding in these conditions