Redleg

Don't think we should worry about those players that have left us, we have enough to worry about with those that have stayed.

Great game, this club gives me so much joy.

Into the 2nd year of the $million a year contract and shown nothing, despite playing in a good side.

Pity that Gus doesn't get to play in the first game of his mate. I am disappointed that 2 of our 4 hardest clearance players are out. Gus and Oliver. I am worried about Bugg today.

Reminds me of that James Bond film, Goldfinger(s).

Howe says hello.

No but he had a dance named after him.

That was Mr. Peppermint Crisp.

I always wondered who invented that drink.

I have discovered an alarming issue, there don't appear to be banana milkshakes. There is chocolate, strawberry, caramel and vanilla usually, but you don't see banana flavour. This is outrageous.

As much as the Bombers are excited by Hooker, imagine the reaction and impact on the club, if Jesse committed to us for another 5 years to 2022. He is the one to build the forward line around and with Weideman and maybe Max King, plus our small forwards, we could have a great forward line for years to come.

I am starting to think it is only the go home factor that will be the consideration. We will be able to match offers and our future may be brighter than Freo's. If we overcome that go home factor, I am hopeful Jesse will sign another contract with us. A compromised position for him, might be to extend a couple of years past 2017 and see how we are travelling then.

Unfortunately, it means that as well as not getting Hooker, they will be more desperate for a big name and will go very hard at Jesse. We have our work cut out for us. I still think if we can sign a few others and they come out with positive statements, about all being in it together, loving the club and our improved list,etc, that will help. Of course wins will help as well.

I heard a rumour that Freo might have gone a bit cold on McCarthy. Seems he has a few issues.

I don't think it would hurt if we started signing a few of our players, to keep the momentum going as well. Most clubs have had a number of players sign new contracts and we have a number of important players who haven't.

Getting excited to finally see CP5 in a Dees jumper.

Yes, but did he predict that a midget would be the first in waving the flag?

Think I summed it up pretty accurately. Also forecast the Bombers loss 5 months ago. We are however building a good side.

I wonder why the ends of bananas both bend in the same direction?

CP5 getting closer. Probably next week.

I expect Maric and Deledio back against us this week, along with similar headlines to the Pies, about Dimma being under the pump. However, if we play to our best, who cares?

That is the simple answer.

More likely we know we need more key forwards, whether Jesse stays or goes. Dawes appears just about done and Pedersen and Frost are not good enough. The two Kings are probably the next best after Jesse and Weed and they haven't played yet.

You obviously haven't listened to Sultans of Swing.

I know, I said it.