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Tmac finds a new home. Any home.

The epitome of a journeyman.

HUN reporting Carlton have backed out of the Saad deal. Either tactics or just tired of dealing with Dodoro. Doubtful we have cap unless Tmac moves on but perhaps we should contact Saad's management for a chat.

Why are North dictating the terms here. Pick 33 in the circumstances is reasonable. They pulled their original contract, put him on the table and he has nominated us. They have no leverage. We just need to keep our heads.

His injuries have been unfortunate, his decline and regression painful to watch. His contract situation and lack of trade interest is depressing. So much precious cap wasted.

Pick 31 for Preuss! I tip my hat to you Mr. Mahoney.

Yze will be a positive influence from a coaching perspective. Adding Brown improves our forward set-up as well. I'm hopeful we'll be better next year. ?

How good is this kid!

I’ve had some communications with Tracey in membership. I’ve found her courteous and prompt (responds within 2-3 days) even though I know the membership team are very short staffed. Covid has had a huge impact on clubs. I think we all need to show a little patience for the time being.

Perhaps we can utilise his athleticism……on the wing? Played a couple of half decent games this year but if he’s on our list in 2022 I’ll be very surprised.

There’s never been a better time to have our hands out. To keep the construction sector afloat during the recession and Dan’s friends in the construction unions onside the state government will pursue a program of infrastructure spending and grants to support major projects. As long as we can articulate the “community benefit” we should be able to obtain a tidy contribution to the cause.

For the record I’m no fan of Trump. His character flaws are manifest and his divisive leadership exactly what the US (and the world) does not need. But his political instincts are pretty sharp. He spoke directly to the constituency that the Democrats deserted, the working poor. Hard to believe a property magnate from Manhattan could do that. Just shows how much the Democrats dropped the ball. I agree all groups think differently. Your original comments implied otherwise. I doubt Biden will be much better but I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt. More presidential in tone and measured rhetoric I’m sure but I think he’ll serve the interests of the DNC donors.

Do you really think that blacks and hispanics were somehow tricked by Trump? 18% of black men and 35% of the Latino vote all too stupid to work Trump out. As well as being lazy analysis, it is patronising and condescending. Dare i say it, RACIST. You have absolutely no clue what you are talking about. I suggest you listen to some black intellectuals to get a handle on whats really going on. The likes of Glenn Loury, John McWhorter, Coleman Hughes etc. They will give you a much better understanding of what black americans really think rather than the dangerous nonsense that the NYT and Guardian spout. Trump and his influence on the Republican party is not going away. If you don’t make a genuine effort to understand Trumpism and the people who voted for him (70 million odd) you will never be able to combat or respond to it effectively. Good day to you Macca.

His real estate experience would be very helpful for our home base project!

Is Tom Sparrow from South Australia? Unless he is OOC or requested a trade i wouldn't be letting him go.

Racism is often well disguised dieter A wolf in sheeps clothing and all that. People get sucked in. Happens in politics, religion, sport etc etc Thought I’d jump on this thread to see what the chat was like. Pretty much as expected This above exchange just jumps off the page at me. Do you mind elaborating further Macca on how Hispanics and black people who voted for Trump have been “sucked in” as you put it? I’m really interested to hear your exposition.

He said he'd play a short stint, June to September, in the event his local club are county teams were out of their respective GAA championship. His county team, Tyrone, are strong and make the semis most years. I'd be very surprised if he returns. Melbourne were trail blazers in terms of recruiting in Ireland. Sean Wight and Jim Stynes were brilliant servants so why have the club turned away from this source of players? Other clubs continue to have success there so why not us?

Very good post Bob and I agree with a lot of it. You say Goodwin hasn't done much wrong. Do you mind elaborating because it's not obvious what he is doing well. I'm not trying to be smart. Genuine question.

Canonised by the pope ?

I agree. If it had been my choice he would have gone in 2019. I was hoping the change would happen this off season but his contract and the severe soft cap constraints have saved him.

The message has been pretty clear over the last few interviews I’ve listened to. The coaching needs to improve. Make the 8 and win some finals is the expectation. As it should be. This board have credits in the bank. Being financially independent during Covid is a great achievement. If Pert can get the home base off the ground he’ll be worthy of a knighthood as far as I’m concerned. The focus is now squarely on the FD where it should be. Sort your s**t out Goodwin or else.

which one?

Highly paid under-performers are terrible for team morale for exactly the reasons you mentioned. I think its wishful thinking on our part to think he’ll return to full fitness and 2018 form. Burgo had him for a year already and it hasn’t made any difference. We have to move him on somehow. Probably not pay him out yet (he’s still depth for emergencies) but if he’s not traded this year then he’ll definitely be paid out for 2022.

Hard to argue with too much of that. I’m hopeful though that someone picks him up as defensive depth but we’ll be paying a chunk of his salary, half or so I reckon. If he doesn’t move then its Casey next year and a negotiated pay-out in 2022.

One of the main issues (amongst many) I have with him staying and fighting it out for the lesser roles is he’ll stunt the development of younger players like Petty who are the future. Likewise trying to convert him into a winger when we should be giving Baker a run to see what he’s made of. Up forward Jackson is the future and should be playing as 3rd tall. If he stays he’s cover for injuries or emergencies. Otherwise he’ll see out his days at Casey. As I’ve said before there is no role for TMac at the club. Very unfortunate how things worked out but its best for the MFC and TMac to part ways. The club needs to acknowledge the situation and just move him on. Pay a chunk of his salary and be done with it. If Tom is happy to collect his fat paycheck he needs to know that he’ll be playing in the 2’s. No shoe-horning or re-purposing. We have youngers who deserve a go. Tom has had his chance.