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I think Meredith might have once been a teammate of Jack Grimes. I think it would be a win win for both clubs. Do it.

My mail is Collingwood - done deal.

Precisely what he's worth today - a 3rd round pick.

Malthouse is the master of manipulating journalists (another of his little gems since joining the Blues is Raph Clarke ). Denham and his crony would be putty in Mick's hands.

Needs to produce some consistent football week in week out instead of one or twice a year or he's gone at the end of next season (if not sooner)

I would give him jumper # 31 because from what I've heard of his good character, I believe he will restore the integrity this guernsey lost as a result of it being worn by the predecessor.

Despite that, he's now gotten through what has been a tough year for a young kid and I expect him to rise to the occasion with the additional maturity and a tough pre season.

I thought it was forbidden to express any opinions on any players who previously wore the number 31 in this thread?

Thanks stinga. I went to the Charles Dickens a few years ago when Jack Trengove played in the grannie for Sturt and with all due respect it's a bit of a dungeon (literally) and the food was just ... Anyone been to the Fleece and can we get some Demon support going for the Redlegs there?

It would surely be ironic if we end up with Butcher after losing Scully.

It would surely be ironic if we end up with Butcher after losing Scully.

No go with Lucas. He tried out with the Western Jets this year and was caught stealing the coach's car during a training session. Was sentenced to six months at Port Phillip prison just last week.

With so many Carey Grammar lads in the mix, I suppose it must be handy having TV around to head up recruiting and JV to provide some insights right from the coal face

Much appreciated as always Demonland and WJ. I noticed some negative feedback from the Bluey Truscott night thread about Cam Schwab's emphasis in many of his speeches about the history and heritage of the Melbourne Football Club but I'm one of those who believes it is essential to imbue that richness into the members, supporters, staff and the players. Historically, club was the first of its kind. We wrote the rules and we got it started. We really do stand for something and the players should know they are forging something special as the team develops a new future. And, yes ... we've done this (coming from rock bottom to the top) before. On that note, might I introduce a new book by Dr Mark Pennings Colourful origins of AFL revealed in new book Well most of us are no longer toffee nosed but we're thirsting for long-awaited success. Bring it on!

The fact that it comes from Jon Ralph and not the office copy boy who only got a gig because a couple of real journalists have moved on from the paper lends the story a bit more credibility. However, I prefer stories such as these when they become fait accompli and not when they're journalistic scuttlebutt. Collingwood is still in the finals and there's still much water to flow under the bridge ...

I reckon some people around here might end up having foot in the mouth issues over this.

There’s a comprehensive preview of the game on the VFL website – Casey Scorpions v Williamstown Preview

No changes to either side. Tynan the sub.

Why would we speak to Chris Scott. He was about to win the flag in his first season as coach of Geelong. Unless we're aware of what went on in the decision-making process, we're not really in a position to criticise what went on.

Will probably play at Casey because I can see Moloney and Bate being promoted this week after playing well there last week against Collingwood.

Scorpions in ‘stronger position’ for finals

Fairely obvious, isn't it?

Rats is a good word to use when a former president weighs in and claims we were tanking.

It's going to be interesting to see what tack Richmond takes on Martin. It's OK banning a lesser light like Connors but I wonder what it would take to sanction a star like Martin?

Everything about the Age has dropped enormously in standard over the years. It's journalism in the political and international arena drips with bias and many of its journos are agenda driven hacks who have lost the thirst for a story. In 12 months time it's going to be dead in the water and I would not be surprised if Caro jumped ship to take a gig at the Hun.