Demon Jack

I'm soooo ready for a GC death ride. They've lost a fair bit of depth during this trade period. I wouldn't put it past them to slide a bit in 2026. Ainsworth, Fiorini, Budarick, Flanders. None are out and out stars but all played a handy role at some point this season.

Happy with that. That effectively turns Charlie Spargo into CJ.

I'm pretty sure we'll only need a late pick for Kalani. He might not be a top 50 prospect in this year's draft, let alone top 15. I don't see teams calling his name that early.

I don't hate this. We're in the middle of cultural reset and need good people and leaders around the club and you won't find many better people that fit that mould better than Steele. If we can get at least two decent years out of him while he mentors the young guns (ala Daniel Cross) then I say go for it.

I'd be wanting either GC's pick 15 or their F1 if we give up both 24 and 28. If that's not the go, then it's a genuine head scratcher.

I wish Kalani well and hope he ends up playing 200 games for us, but I can't help but feel a little concerned that he's not considered to fall within the top 50 of what's considered the weakest draft in years. Fingers crossed for him.

Depending on how JT and the club view the talent available in the top 10-15, I wouldn't be surprised if we elect to only use one of these two picks this year and try and trade one on for more access to next years crop.

Restaurant is on Lygon St. He's off to Carlton.

Without going total 'tin foil hat', this has the makings of a last second/11th hour deal that the AFL is purposely holding back to ensure there's a last minute surprise on deadline day so more people tune into their coverage. ...on second thought, pass the Multix.

I think he'd come pretty cheaply. Probably around a third round pick. Spent a lot of time as the sub this year and injury has been a worry over his career.

Don't get too excited. Look at the Wikipedia page for Casey Fields and the background is one of the first images listed. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casey_Fields

Even though the media are clearing pushing the Petracca + Pick 24 for Picks 6+7, such is their disdain for the MFC at the present time that I'd bet money that they'll turn around and say 'Melbourne didn't play hardball enough' or ' Petracca was clearly worth more' once the deal goes through. Everyone is kicking us while we're down at the moment. With this deal, we have the chance to really dig our heels in and say 'enough'. Hopefully we'll be singing Tim Lamb's praises in about 55 hours time.

If Bailey requests a trade late in the piece, perhaps we believe it might force GC’s hand and make them more willing to trade him for Petracca.

My respect for Lamb would increase dramatically if he did this. He won't though.

Cheers Ralphy. There's still hope!

Still raw but has a natural match winning ability. Has mostly played forward in his career so far but is destined to end up as a game breaking midfielder. Knows where the sticks are and is very handy in the air as well. Very similar player to what Petracca was circa 2016-17.

The number #41 is free if he wants to take it. If he does, he'd be odds on to top the record for most goals in that number (Chris Woodman with 31).

I'm excited about this guy. I think the five man interchange next season alongside his ability to play forward increases his chances of getting a game. We've lacked a proper ruck/forward for years.

Me refreshing Demonland every five minutes instead of doing any actual work.

Sigh..we're going to end up with a future third rounder aren't we?

Geelong's knack of plucking guns out of nowhere using late picks is seriously going to be tested if they go through with that, especially with Tassie (tentatively) on the horizon.

Unlikely, but I really wish we part with pick 28 instead of 24. Clubs will likely come knocking for pick 24 on draft night and we could profit nicely.

I went to North vs Saints late in the season and Heath impressed me with his physicality, something we haven't really had in a backup ruck since Preussy. Think he snagged a couple that day as well. Shrewd bit of business here.

Question... I know the club would prefer to trade for Mihocek to avoid diluting the Spargo compensation pick (currently 42) However, if we end up bringing in Mihocek as a free agent, what's stopping us from trading the Spargo pick in another trade beforehand (an example might be the deal for Heath) so it's not affected?