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So I just finished reading of Sydney's troubles at the SCG this year where they're 1-3 and it got me thinking of our own troubles on our home turf. Granted that the travel factor makes this a non factor comparison, but it's relevant as an isolated issue for us, because we haven't quite played out best footy on the MCG in the past 14 or so months. Since Round 1 2017: MCG record: 7 wins 9 losses Away from the MCG: 9 wins 4 losses I'd have never thought given the past 10 years that we'd ever be a more reliable team away from the MCG, but here we are: I'm more confident of beating Adelaide in Adelaide or West Coast in Perth than I am beating either on the MCG. I watched the broadcast of the St Kilda game this evening, and before the game Goodwin said something along the lines of Etihad suiting our style of play. At Etihad, we look faster, cleaner, and more efficient. On the MCG we look to be in a slow slog. The most obvious reason being the width and dimension of the MCG: we sometimes seem to struggle to get back to contests or cover space. I think the Richmond game was a good insight, because we playing a similarly styled game as them, yet they seem to have more run and space, and play the MCG superbly. Ironically, they aren't anywhere near as efficient away from the MCG. IMO, I think our biggest challenge as a team at the moment is mastering the MCG. If we can't perform reliably and consistently on the ground, then we will struggle to ever do more than make up the numbers. I also feel it is the only thing atm standing in the way of us being a top 4 side. I am not sure if it's a personnel issue or a game plan issue, and I wonder if a Martin-style line break would make the difference as he does for Richmond. Thoughts?

At The Gabba - Gold Coast Suns 0 wins Melbourne 0 wins The first time we played the Suns was at the Gabba FYI

I've watched it probably 20 times, those last 5 minutes. Our will to win and to just keep pushing...as good as I've seen in the past decade. Even watching it live, you could just sense that we were going to break through.

You're bound to have among the best and worst times as a Melbourne supporter on this site. Now, what are your thoughts on the Toumpas-Wines fiasco?

Good first half. Hannan presents a lot, probably has more than any other forward, but we either kick too short or too long. He was getting frustrated towards the end there. Although a few times caught flat footed.

So is Trac's nickname Doggy now?

Tackling pressure has been putrid

6 tackles to 1 Saints way.

first option oscar fmd

what if we win? politely guide her through the front door?

I'm here way too early. Bring back the reserves.

Is that you, Gil? In all honesty though I have been keen but I'm not a Telstra customer so boo. Ridiculous that this sort of thing is restricted to certain telco users.

Bring it back? When was it ever part of the gamem

Pedo if Hogan doesn't get up. Garlett will play if Trac doesn't. If both Trac and Hogan miss, suspect the ins will be: Pedo, Garlett, Smith If Hogan plays but no Trac, Wagner for Salem. If Trac plays but no Hogan, Pedo for Hogan

We should run out to:

I'd much prefer Vince in the side, because he plays his role, and doesn't play like he's collecting a retiremen check. he's been far more reliable and general like this year than he has in previous. Dare I say this has been his most consistent year since he joined us.

Interesting. Adelaide and Carlton on one end. Brisbane and Richmond on the other. Richmond is becoming increasingly suss. Can't think of a better run.

I have a wild idea: Let it play out and allow teams to adjust. The same thing was said of Sydney's style in the mid 2000s. The league adjusted.

We are better than them but Saints are in the bottom half of the mid tier of teams (6th-12th). They should go in 50-50 against any teams in that tier and can't be taken lightly.

"Oliver: was quiet again" Named in our best.

Can I play change his arrogant and egotistical ways in a week?

Almost identical match to last year's game against Essendon. Not at all convinced of our finals credentials. We need to win the next 3, and be at least 110%.

Ironic that the nuffies show up on Demonland the same week we play Essendon.

Solid win. Those last 3 Essendon goals hurt us. We'd be close to 100% if we'd kept it to 50+.

Harmes has been good today. COME AT ME.