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Only problem is 75% of our most loyal followers are MCC members that don't travel well. I was there the last time we had a home game there: Craig Ellis played a really good game, just over 9,000 were there and we were laughed at for a few weeks. It wasn't much fun. Won the game though...

I was under the impression that the Bulldogs get only $30 000 whether they get 5000 to a game or 50000. Again, could be wrong but I recall Smorgon saying that on the radio one day.

I could have sworn that two elevations because of LTI's was the limit. But with Spencer, Valenti, and McKenzie on the list I must be wrong... Good luck to all 3, I am guessing at least one will play this week.

Deal with the MCC ends 2032. So no Casey AFL games. Although, surely individual clubs should be able to negotiate a better deal. No reason for the MCC to give us a better deal other than wishy-washy ones I'm afraid...

Yeah, they should leave the rules alone for a couple of years. Your argument is fine and valid, but Kennett just jumped on your bandwagon to make himself the victim and have all of you tbecome his proxies. Don't let him do it. The umpires are still the excuse of the lazy and the dim-witted. Umpirng has been a subjective exercise since its inception, there are going to be incosistencies.

Don't mistake his holier-than-thou reaction to the fine, and is after-the-fact reasons for his comments as anything other than a politician doing what they do best: obfuscating and confusing the truth. He said that some of the umpires thought that they were bigger than the game and his proof was the fact that they are miked up so everyone can hear their thoughts. That is a long way from blaming the AFL for numerous rule changes. And officials are officials, and respect is respect - their universal.

I think you're reading him wrong. He was saying "Yeah, I kicked an off-balance banana with my left... what of it? I'm just going to point to the crowd and show them that that was just Jack Watts being Jack Watts." Remember: mere mortals get excited when they fluke an extraordinary outcome, others just expect it and react accordingly.

Saw the same thing. I hope no-one uses that rubbish for betting. Bet on winners, who are in form, with their best players playing well, otherwise forget it.

Therefore you must change the gameplan. No, you don't. Bailey should run the program that he knows - that he was hired on. He has time to build a list to perform his gameplan well, and those here can adapt. Moloney has, and Jones and McLean are getting better. For those who cannot adapt, we wish a fond farewell. You may say that an altered gameplan would give us some improvement, some modicum of success, I would say that that minor improvement is pointless. Or perhaps it's very pointed; it could be the difference between 4 wins and 5 wins. And we all know what that means...

You're presuming there is something inherently wrong with umpiring. This is a nothing argument created by the Collingwood hierarchy to deflect blame onto a witless foil - the umpires. Kennett was arrogant and patronising and deserved to pay a fine. We should aim to get to Rugby Unions' level of respect for those who officiate - and you're not going to get there with the comments that Kennett and Malthouse have given.

The thing that frustrates me the most with Newton is that there is no definition in his arms, he could have an imposing physique that would help him play better footy. But he doesn't put the work in the gym that Miller does. Even Bate, who spent most of his time as a mid, has more muscle definition.

Will the mods catch on that this disgustingly named poster is Yze Magic?! YM, Bruce is a great player for the MFC. So [censored] off already.

The reality is that Bruce will find it difficult to get another contract, but it is also important to note that he is playing well enough to warrant selection right now. The entire team doesn't have to be kids - the team last week had a 32 yr old, a 30 yr old, and 29 yr old, and the rest were 25 and younger. With 13 of them 23 yrs old or younger. The fact is Bruce has a contract for next season, the three you mentioned do not.

Bolded are those that I think are a chance to be moved on, and OOC, but... Junior is the captain and still doing a job. PJ and Jamar are ruckmen, poor ones I know, but unlikely to get rid of both if either. McNamara might be one to come from nowhere like Garland did last year, was impressive against Coburg. Bate has a contract and Buckley will not be moved on. Robbo looks over his injury to me, looked very good against Scarlett. Whelan, Wheatley, Dunn, and Bell are, at this stage, relatively easy decisions. That's only 4.

Bruce has been kicking helicoptors throughout the 'Naughties. Some people are creating their own reality to bash Bruce, because they think it's time to move him on. The bloke would be running about 4th in the Bluey at the minute and is contracted for next year. As somsone else eluded, I am much more concerned with the non-progress of PJ, Dunn, and, of the last three weeks, Bate.

I will remind everyone that this conversation at this time last year would have seen the end of Garland and Warnock. That has to be a sobering thought for a few of you. And, again, Bate, Meesen, Bruce, and Newton are contracted for next year. My very early prediction for deletions would look like this: Whelan, Wheatley, Bell, Dunn, and, possibly, one of Jamar and PJ. But not entirely sure about the contract status of either. And CS (you really should reconsider your name, I might be a PC thug but it is disgusting nevertheless) Jurrah is on the list. No need to elevate.

Name the possibles. Extremely difficult. Especially considering those that are contracted for 2010.

I really think the culling should end, for two reasons: the next few drafts starting with this one coming up are compromised, and we already have such a young list. Bate, Newton, Meesen, and PJ (I think PJ) are contracted for next year. Wheatley, Whelan, Bell, and Dunn will find it difficult to get contracts. After that it is difficult to move people on. That leaves Picks 1, 2, 18, and 34 with possible elevations of Spencer and Valenti. I really think that pick 34 should be forgotten (because the change in age has pushed a lot of talent into the 2010 pool) and the space on the list used to elevate a rookie. So what I'm trying to say is that there is a lot less deadwood than you would imagine and a large clearout this year is not wise.

The one thing I think we should take from this is that instead of using pick 35 we might be better off elevating Spencer or Valenti. Very little depth this year...

I think he could use a few games like Newton had on Sat. Can be a very good HFF, but with the awful service and his lack of a second effort it was a really bad day for him.

Bate really could have kicked a couple but agree that his second efforts were particulary non-existent today. Dunn would be struggling to get a contract for next year. Bell in the same boat. They are both ok in all positions but good in none. Maric showed little but 'yo-yo-ing' youth should not be the go for us this year. PJ and Meese were beaten easily, although Meesen is more of a competitor when the ball hits the ground - he had 3 clearances. Big trip next weekend and runners are required at Subi. Out: Dunn, Bate In: Jetta, McNamara Or possibly Newton, Cheney, Bail, or Grimes. Whelan might need another couple of games. At least we have options, and they're young.

That is arguable considering Newtons' fledgling career, but the fairness of opportunity always falls on the side of those who put the work in. Miller is a shredded man-mountain who runs all day and is a leader of men. Newton is not toned, after 5 pre-seasons, and has had problems with application and attitude.

No. The AFL/VFL did it right in 1996 - Its centenary year. After being formed in 1897. Casey scorp is right. BTW, Jack - good idea. With enough PR I reckon it could catch on...

I think you only saw the very selective clip that was shown by Fox and The Footy Show; the extended clip shows Morton not running away from Lade but running to meet the next passage of play. And Morton doesn't sh!t his pants, he looks very comfortable with the ball. Stick to your original argument - that Palmer is a more accurate kick. That may be true but Morton has vision, a HUGE tank, a raking (if inconsistent) kick, and a few inches on Palmer. They are neck and neck right now (major injuries aside) but the club didn't draft him to be the best player in his second year, he drafted him to be the best player in his 5th year. And being a wingman at 193cm - he looks like he could be a very special player.

Bate has glacial speed. Keeping him in our midfield with McLean, Junior, and Moloney was untenable. Better as a HFF with someone minding him.