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I find it hard to ignore that the three "signature" wins in the last three seasons have all come without Hogan. 2015 in Geelong, Hawthorn last year and now Adelaide. What does this mean? He has proved he can be effective forward, floating into the backline, leading up the wings and also centre clearances and genuine onball. Hogan is clearly an outstanding player and a potential game winner, but what is his best value to the team? A genuine utility, which he has done in some games this year, who plays wherever he is needed based on game situation? Permanent back man to shore up the part of the ground where when under pressure marking targets and a cool head for disposal can be lacking? My feel is default position should be the backline but not as a one on one defender, with his role tactical based on how the game is unfolding as he is the most versatile single player Goodwin has at his disposal. When things are going poorly, having him stranded deep forward seems a waste.
