West Coast

[GVGjr]

Pick 3.

Because the club owns the media in Perth apparently it all turned out the way they planned all along?

Can you imagine the narrative if we traded for a 'Baker' - Bailey Williams is a good example from the current list - for pick 3?

I've got a couple of Richmond supporting mates who say that Baker is a decent player in a good team but hardly a difference maker.
I know they got something back but still pick 3 upfront is a huge call.

[Grantysghost]

Why is Baker suddenly a great clubman?

He carries on like a peanut on-field (and always has), he changed WAFL clubs after turning 18 (blamed West Perth for not 'getting him drafted') and left Richmond who helped him win a few flags (to be fair, he helped them) as soon as the tide turned for a big $ offer back home?

Would love this explained to me.

I've never seen the likes of the Tiger exodus.

It's almost like that instance of the Tiger team didn't really care too much who they played for as long as they won. I think that makes sense.

[BiteNibbleChomp]

I've never seen the likes of the Tiger exodus.

It's almost like that instance of the Tiger team didn't really care too much who they played for as long as they won. I think that makes sense.

Our W team had a similar exodus 12 months ago. Then we had a preseason where the near-unanimous prediction was that we were a shoe-in for the spoon and probably wouldn't win a game, only to win 4

I haven't followed Richmond closely enough to really comment on their list (other to say that flogging them in all our recent games has been fun as hell!), but if the players can't commit to their club, the club ought to chuck them and get in players who will fight for their colours. Might hurt a bit initially, but in the long run I reckon they'd be better for it.

- BNC

[Jasper]

Pick 3.

Because the club owns the media in Perth apparently it all turned out the way they planned all along?

Can you imagine the narrative if we traded for a 'Baker' - Bailey Williams is a good example from the current list - for pick 3?

The media over there must know to keep in good with the Eagles because that was a couple of complete stuff ups. They got a few things wrong.

[mjp]

The media over there must know to keep in good with the Eagles because that was a couple of complete stuff ups. They got a few things wrong.

They ended up with the #1 rated WA kid...as long as that happened they were always going to be fine.

[Mofra]

I've never seen the likes of the Tiger exodus.

It's almost like that instance of the Tiger team didn't really care too much who they played for as long as they won. I think that makes sense.

North Melbourne had something similar 12 months after Brad Scott left - scorched earth. It hasn't gone well for them.

[weltschmerz]

Back in the day it was piles of drugs and jumping a bridge to run from the cops. Now in 2025, the West Coast player going to court took a whiz on a fence at a music festival. Times change.

[GVGjr]

The optics of Oscar Allan meeting with Sam Mitchell should be biting the Eagles faithful
There seems to be a few that are wanting him to step down as captain.

[Bornadog]

The optics of Oscar Allan meeting with Sam Mitchell should be biting the Eagles faithful
There seems to be a few that are wanting him to step down as captain.

I am old school when it comes to players being approached during the season, but Captains is even worse. Let the player managers make some inquiries, but players should not be involved, or coaches. How will Oscar now lead the team with players not trusting he has his heart in the job.

[Grantysghost]

The optics of Oscar Allan meeting with Sam Mitchell should be biting the Eagles faithful
There seems to be a few that are wanting him to step down as captain.

It's fine for players to look around, just not when youre the captain.

He's got a big decision to make.

Mitchell is like a vulture circling his old team.

They'll magically all fit inside the cap too.

[bulldogsthru&thru]

It's fine for players to look around, just not when youre the captain.

He's got a big decision to make.

Mitchell is like a vulture circling his old team.

They'll magically all fit inside the cap too.

Linked to Butters too.

[GVGjr]

I am old school when it comes to players being approached during the season, but Captains is even worse. Let the player managers make some inquiries, but players should not be involved, or coaches. How will Oscar now lead the team with players not trusting he has his heart in the job.

I'm sure clubs are sounding out Bont, probably through his manager, but could you imagine the noise it would make if Bont was seen having a meal with say Ross Lyon?
It will be interesting to see how the Eagles players handle it.

[Grantysghost]

Linked to Butters too.

Shame he's #cominghome

[Bornadog]

Jeremy McGovern has been medically retired by the AFL’s concussion panel.

What a shame to finish on 197 games - hopefully he has a healthy life in the future

[NAUGHTY100]

Are we the only code that frowns on players talking to other clubs during the season ?.
NRL players do it all the time , indicate to their club they are moving next year .
All the American clubs , Basketball , football , hockey , baseball ,all have players looking at other clubs during their season , and it dosnt seem to interfere with them playing or being trusted , because its the norm to them , team mates think nothing of it , or at least dont react to players leaving .
The AFL almost sits alone in this category , where its frowned upon , i dont know why really , because theses days football is a job to them and a huge number chase the money , which isnt wrong to be looking after your long term future .
Will the AFL fall into line with the rest of the sporting codes and accept players and managers seeking better contracts from oppostion sides during the season , i think its heading that way .
I personally dont like it , in fact i hate our players even talking about leaving but the writtings on the wall , and more and more top players will change clubs during their careers.