spirit of norm smith

Suns would have to be the softest team in the league. From leading Kangas by 28 points up to now down by 5 goals. Wow Hardwick was thinking his new job is Xmas … he might be challenged !! His best toys are soft toys!!!

Agree. Futures to be considered for fringe or older players … Dunstan, Laurie, Hibberd, BBB, Melksham,TMac, Tommo, Harmes, Grundy and Jordon. Can’t see all going but probably half of this group will be traded, delisted or seek better opportunities elsewhere

Demons by 30 points… if they kick straight!!!!!

Agreed. Trac needs a BOG desperately this week. I still have N Daicos as my favourite followed by Butters, Bont, Neale (umps love him) and Trac. Trac has tailed off in the last 3 weeks since the Crows and Tigers games, and probably has failed to vote (v Roos v blues vHawks). I’d have loved to see him get 5-6 votes in these games to catch/pass Daicos. The irony is of course that if Dees beat Blues from Tracs match winning goal, then he might have snagged a vote or two !!!

Surely all the clubs chasing Ben Mckay would also have Adam Tomlinson on their list. Goodwin has virtually told Tommo to go as he’s been dropped again. Played a good game and fits in to allow Lever to intercept. It worked well v hawks but I think Tommo card is marked as “leave”. Bombers and Swans are most likely, or perhaps even the Hawks. Whoever misses on Mckay might seek Tommo as a 2023 3rd round or future 3rd round pick swap 🤯

He’s small and skinny and kicks it about 30 metres. But his heart is huge. Tenacious. Determination. Hard working. They are the words used to describe his style of play. I’d like to use a pick in 4th round or rookie pick if we can. Definitely like to see him given the chance. He’s got the heart to make it.

@Gawndy the Great wow that would be Xmas. Not sure I’d work out but never say never. Tim Lamb would be a magician’s magician to conjure that.

What I really like about the Riv, is ❤️he’s thirst for the contest and intensity. ❤️ his run and run and carry. ❤️his Second efforts. ❤️He’s a Good mark. ❤️He’s a Good kick long and short. Definitely one of the first picked now and likely will be in top 5-8 range imv for the B&F.

I’m sure Grundy will get offers. Maybe we can turn what we get into a potent package with Freo to get Liam Henry (?!?!) if he’s interested.

From Jon Ralph… “What about this trade? Grundy to Port Adelaide, Georgiades to the Dons, Nick Bryan to Dees as the Gawn successor. Essendon throw in a second rounder to Dees.” Bryan … no no no

I do like the discussion on Connor O’Sullivan as an option with a pick in the late first round. Great size for key defender and is a very good mark. If we didn’t have Adams, he’d be a near certainty for the Dees. But I’m still firmly looking at a quality midfielder with our (Freo Jacko compo) pick. Don’t be gun shy of Daniel Curtin. He’s a quality quality player. Sure he’s played all positions this year but he reminded me of Bont in his draft year. He’ll settle as a mid but could do a Pavlich and be used anywhere to great effect. Though it’s academic because Eagles will likely use pick 2 on him.

I think BBB will retire at the end of this season. He’s knee issues are ongoing and he’s unlikely to be able to perform at the level required. He’s a premiership player and would be always remembered for his goals from the 2021 GF🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

What picks would Port have to offer for Grundy?

Georgiades for Grundy and pick swaps … ??

Heartbreaking. He will be remembered and loved ❤️ RIP Charlie , our fellow little Demon supporter

Unfortunately the word “Schache” and the word “tough” cannot be used in the same sentence. I met him in the pre season and he is like Sam Weideman. Nice young bloke. He’s not the answer for any future ruck/forward role. I’d prefer a Haydn McLean type. Hard and raw and physically at the footy. Schache has not physically developed and plays without real forward smarts to outbody or out think he’s opponent. Relies on his pure talent but that’s not enough at AFL level.

Dry season for trade rumours. Only perhaps Ben Mckay to bombers. Can’t think of anything else with any degree of substance.

Dear Santa Taylor In order 2 x midfielders with genuine footskills who can kick and hit a target. 1x tall defender Kynan Brown as a rookie and …maybe if there’s room 1x goalkicking forward (if both BBB and Tmcd retire)

It’s crazy that Casey lost too many close games and it was mainly through their own demise. Certainly not impacted by injury as most of the team was available and had a good amount of AFL listed talent. Goalkicking was shocking across 3-4 losses. They’ll likely win this week but based on recent form, struggle v bulldogs.

Kozzzy. We love you. We love the excitement. He’s having nearly games. Nearly kicked that goal. Nearly got that huge mark. Nearly got that chase down. It will only take a quick reset to change into a special game. 3 mindset things 1- crumb the pack at pace - front and centre - or at the back (the side is nowhere) 🔥🔥🔥 2- burn them off (don’t stop) 🚀🚀🚀 3- those hangers - count to 3 then jump ✈️✈️✈️(it’ll stop the “way too early” syndrome)

Agreed he’s had a very good year. Provides run and dash, competes hard 1 on 1 and can play on tall/short dangerous forwards. Certainly more effective than Bowey or Salem right now.

Laurie was slow to get into the game but in the last qtr, his work in close and hitting targets was good. Probably stays another week. Fritsch might need a week at Casey. In the end, I think Goody will decide to go “No change”.

Stellar ?!?! After half time 8 disposals. 1 tackle. 1 goal. We all love Clarry. He is a champion. But yesterday was not his best and he’s working back into the game. He was well held and picked up once McGuinness was shifted off him. He’s going to be a key player once again in the finals

@Dee Dee I thought ANB was ok. 15 possessions. Only 1 tackle. No goals. Had 2 golden chances with shots from 35 metres and both failed to make the distance.

Clarry was well beaten today. 6 possessions up until half time and 14 in total. He battled on and tried but was well below average. 99 metres gained. It’s ok to say he was below average (he’s aStar and we love him) . McGuinness did a job on him and held him until moved off him onto Riv for the last quarter.