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well, it's good to learn Mitch "Clark" is happy from this thread. i will take it as I see fit.

nothing like applying the blowtorch and being frank in assessment. out with the cotton wool and pampering; in with the harder edge.

i'm not technically savvy enough to do a parody of good quality. maybe the following lyrics for sinead o'connors Nothing compares to you/ It's been 12 months and 15 days since you took my life away, I don't go out every night and sit home all day since you took my life away, Since you approached me I can't do anything I want - can't see who ever I choose.. I now eat my dinner in a falafel restaurant But nothing, I said nothing, can take away those lies, Because Gubby nothing compares, nothing compares to you.

that's what makes someone like a Milne very relied upon. failure to kick goals he cops it, but more often than not he produces goals and in some games scores multiple goals and assists other teammates.

funny. when I found out about mum & dad (a.k.a. S.Claus) , my childhood never evaporated, it still existed. just a slight different perspective on things. same with the easter bunny. still get presents and chocolate, still fun and that doesn't change. interesting comment though "evaporates",

not cheap, but there are dearer out there on the market. wish jim all the best. inspiring human being.

he did ?

would rather pick 39 from the dogs for Bate and 54.

tenacious and tireless midfielder. thought he did well with his new role. If he can improve on this more and some of his execution he'll prove very handy.

forgot strauss. maybe with strauss' injury, grimes' struggles in mind he may still have a role.

i think I read on the Mfc site when Craig was appointed that he is answerable to the CEO cameron schwab. as he is the 'director of sports performance can anyone explain or perhaps you jbc, why he isn't answerable to the soon -to-be appointed football director -currently lyon - who has a voice on the Mfc Board ? i don't think schwab is on the board is he ?

given matty warnock wants out, unless Joel mac has trade value to obtain another player of value in return, I can't see him being delisted. if Joel Mac is retained I would prefer to see Davis and McDonald get games in AFL. would hope they prosper under Neeld but if Davis isn't quite ready and there is an injury elsewher in backline to either Chip, Rivers Grimes or Garalnd, Joel Mac is handy. maybe a one year contract for transition development.

the first three quarters of hawthorn keeping possession with laser like handballs was pure quality. buddy's goal on the run at full tilt to out run tarrant, was quality luke ball's match winning snap out of congestion was quality daisy thomas' running down of rioli with a minute or so to go, quality dane swan, pendlebury, hodge, mitchell and jordan lewis - relentless quality footy under pressure but yes, it was also hard, congested in parts, but quality. And I think they're allowed a little latitude to tire in the last. cracking pace. however people's definition of quality like yours and mine do differ somewhat. great game in any definition.

I hope the Melbournefc take note. what a game. relentless pressure, physical, repeated efforts, contested marks + possessions. one kick in it. kudos to both clubs. something our club to aspire to and work towards. there's a lot of work in front of those in charge ! Unbelievable final. we're quite a few seasons from producing any such quality football.

Were we 0-4 or 0-5 after 4/5 rounds ? No.

yeah, "definitely"..lol

within a kick of two premierships. which is a hell of a lot better than any other candidate, other than Malthouse. nfi

that's hogwash.

i do find the rumour of lyon to the dees on 3aw rumour file a couple of weeks ago and this latest betting plunge - fascinating.

speaka de english ? no?

no. we shouldn't be hearing about it in detail. it should remain inhouse and sorted.

you know what ? I reckon there must be some untapped mature players out there in the SANFL, VFL & WAFL that have missed the drafts. we should check the QAFL, NSWAFL and NT while we are at it. Rookie them and bring them on...oh wait a second..

nice backtrack.

luke power ? not for me bhima. had you said let's offer nathan fyfe a $3m/5 year deal, you would have got me in for that for sure. unfortunately, i don't know his contract status, but i imagine freo would want him signed up for good. but with pav, sandilands and mundy on hefty contracts, i would be happy as i am sure others would if we had a shot at fyfe. but that is for another thread mate/ maybe ballantyne is another option.

if these attempts are true, you are right that it's an absolute disgrace. the mfc should refute any such suggestions.