Diamond_Jim

Is Level 3 closed.. between two Melbourne teams... amazing

Looks like the Sun doesn't shine on Mars

Close one at Geelong Gardens

Naughton in the scheme of things is rather good

Makes sense Giving it a fixed weekend, a fixed timeslot and guaranteed FTA it could become a TV ratings bonanza. Channel 7 did an excellent job in 2018 (?) for example. It could also serve as a week during which Alice celebrates indigenous culture. Throw in a VFL match as well as a free event for those in town

When will we get on prime time Sponsors must be "really happy"

Some fascinating games this weekend not the least being that which is played on Mars. Some upsets late Sunday would be nice

Night time is so much better for all those millions of followers we have in China. Wonder if Port will be off to Shanghai in 2023. The AFL certainly does know how to waste our money 😎

Agree I think he's there to "improve" the forward delivery and kick 2 odd goals. Will he? No idea

A few of us thought this a possibility. Wonder if Dunstan was fit PS I see Dunstan is named as an emergency so he must be right to go

You need Govt approval to depart from the list. It is often given if the package is "right" For example the Govt approved Cricket Australia's request for ALL ODI's involving Australia going behind the Foxtel paywall as of end 2021. The anomaly is that digital streaming is outside the rules. It only applies to cable. Notwithstanding you'd be a brave code to breach the spirit of the rules without a nod from Govt

Every match OD Australian rules football Each match in the AFL Premiership competition, including the Finals Series. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anti-siphoning_laws_in_Australia

Every match in AFL is on the Commonwealth anti siphoning rules Can't see a Government allowing 7 of 9 games to go behind a paywall but who knows

How cynical but it's hard to argue otherwise. I see it also as softening up the fan base for what would have been a controversial departure. Playing it smart.. exactly the opposite to Essendon and Daniher

well as long as it's not the Nutcracker More the 1812 Overture complete with Cannons.... Bang Bang Bang

Interesting thought OD... I think they'll do okay pick wise but of course it could just be a salary dump which allows the Tiges to target a young star

Must say I normally cut them off but you are right it is one of life's biggest mysteries

I had forgotten that Charlie struggled for selection in 2019 and 2020 (only 8 games each season) while he played 18 games in 2018 and every match in 2021. It hasn't come easy but he's a potential 200 gamer Well done Charlie

Buddy's contract at the Swans ends this year. He's reported to be interested in an extension. A Dusty move could put the cat among the pigeons (aka Swans) The flipside is that this confirms Tigers are resigned to a rebuild

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/he-s-paid-us-in-spades-hardwick-gives-blessing-for-martin-to-shift-north-20220517-p5alxs.html Richmond coach Damien Hardwick says Dustin Martin has his “blessing” to shift to Sydney should he desire, declaring whatever Martin provides the Tigers from here is a bonus. Martin has more than two seasons remaining on his seven-year contract at Punt Road, but there has been speculation he could leave early and finish his career away from the AFL fishbowl that is Melbourne. Could be just what the Swans need

Laurie was named as an emergency last week (St Kilda game) so he's certainly on the radar. Shame if Dunstan is injured. He played a good role against the Saints. Then there's Melksham Going forward I would like to see a few more goals from the midfield group. Gawn aside they haven't been giving the 4 odd goals a game you would expect from that group

Ok GWS down....no top 8 That still leaves 14 teams

Melksham would be a possibility Was he a travelling emergency this weekend as I can't recall his name being mentioned at Casey

6 goals in the first and seven in the last Overall a decent day at the office

The amazing thing is that we are playing a team which has several players that have never played together. We on the other hand have been almost unchanged for eons. It's not a great performance