Commissioner Dreyfus

35 minutes ago, Uncle Fester said:

What an odd feeling. Instead of worrying that Richmond would come back I was expecting more demon goals. Very very odd 

Not even Dusty could save them Fester. Time to embrace the strange new times.

37 minutes ago, demonstone said:

Far greater than 372 games, two Brownlows, two Premierships and four time All Australian?

 

Sure do Stoner. Ill also I suggest Jackson has an added edge with temperament and humility. 

19 minutes ago, whatwhat say what said:

reminds me of adam goodes

But with far greater upside

Richmond dont fold? Turn it up!  

This IS Melbourne. Let this be a warning!

6. Salem - Harvey Norman Medallist.

5. Petracca  - Frank 'Checker' Hughes Medallist. 

4. Clayton Oliver

3. Gawn

2. Jackson

1. Tommy McDonald

Just now, faultydet said:

The Tigers don't fold.

Well they just might this time!

Brilliant!

53 minutes ago, Salems Lot said:

This Guy:

"They're actually looking really good, and some of the areas they excel are areas we aren't so strong at....
I think this is a better match up for us, and tipping the Tigers to shake some of the early season cobwebs and flex a bit of muscle to win a great contest by 8 points."

Leppa also believes we are more prepared than ever to take them on

https://www.sen.com.au/news/2021/04/20/why-melbourne-is-as-ready-as-theyve-ever-been-for-richmond-challenge/

No surprise Salems output is rated by the CA.

If thats the case regarding Petty copping criticism Chief, Im with you. 

He was brought in to fill a crucial role in a well drilled and functioning  back 6 after a considerable layoff with injury. Thats no mean feat.

He played his role competently and did everything he was asked 

Harry can hold his head up high.

TMac at his peak is worth his weight in gold.

On current form I cant see him out of our best 22.

6. Gawn

5. Oliver

4. Lever 

3. T Mac 

2. Salem

1. Rivers 

Apologies to Trac, Kosi & Ed

What a great win and what a statement made today to the rest of the competition.

Hawthorn had nothing to lose and will always be a competitive beast while under Clarkson. But unlike previous years in similiar situations, the boys held their nerve and backed their belief in themselves and the style of football they want to play.

Today they showed what they can do when under pressure and under the duress of expectation! How they can grind out a really solid win!  

Im really proud of the boys! 

46 minutes ago, daisycutter said:

and we'll probably never fully know

i think sam mcclure was wrong to unequivocally state he was seriously wanting to leave etc

and we'll probably never fully know - correct!

and Sam IS entitled to his opinion.  

14 minutes ago, pineapple dee said:

I know who TISM is but I can't name any songs so I'm not totally ignorant but I'm quite ignorant 

 

So, Whatareya?

6 hours ago, Nasher said:

I realise this is easy to say now that it's done, but I was never really worried about this. This is the guy who, when told he needed to lose weight as a junior, just stopped eating. Getting bogged down in details isn't his style. I highly doubt he's the type of person who would want to bother himself protracted contract negotiations to squeeze out a few extra bucks, or to make ultimatums about team success.  

I feel the same will be true when he's a FA in 2023. So long as the MFC open with an offer that is fair and reasonable for a player of his calibre, it will resolve with no fuss. 

Not having a go at you Nasher, so my comments are more so leveled  as an observation in general.

I've lost count with the number of times I have heard people (and particularly those who claim to be in the know) , trot out a line about a players mindset or decision making process that has led to an outcome that they now claim having predicted or assumed would happen.It sounds very profound when it is said because people must think 'they must know'. It is the easiest thing to say and the laziest thing to believe.

I hope you are right with your 2023 prediction. 

After all the constant conjecture and speculation about his future, I am pleased we now have closure.

Good on you Clarry and well done MFC!

6. Petracca

5. Oliver

4. Gawn

3. Langdon

2. Salem

1. Tomlinson

18 hours ago, Better days ahead said:

The media aren't talking us up at all

All the experts got burnt in 2019 so no chance they'll get carried away with the Dees just yet

Except for Matt Rendell.

He announced on Dwaynes show today that  in his opinion  Melbourne, along with West Coast, can go all the way. 

Christian Salem - Class and poise

6. Langdon

5. Gawn

4. Salem

3. Pickett

2. Viney

1. Petracca

21 hours ago, Redleg said:

Sparrow is improving and stays in IMO.

100%

He has been impressive and should be rewarded by keeping his spot. 

21 hours ago, Better days ahead said:

It's all between the ears for us this week

 

And every other week for that matter.

6. Oliver

5. Salem

4. Petracca

3. Gawn

2. Langdon

1. Tomlinson

So does anyone on here know the reason(s) as to why why Clayton hasn't recommitted to the club as yet?.

Not enough money?

Issues with Goodwin?

Lack of faith in the direction of the club?

I would love to know.