Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

[Cyberdoggie]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

If he came back this year there is no way he would be at his best and i wouldn't replace anyone with him.
If he does his knee again we get nothing for him, he's as good as worthless.

Instead his value right now is based on the myth that he's a good player from years passed.

Let's trade him for first round pick, if Geelong want to play hard ball, then there is Hawthorn as well, so they will have to.

[Bornadog]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Where would he play and who would he replace?.

Garcia

not sure that there's real upside in risking re-injury

I don't get people talking about risking injury? He should only play if he is passed fit and in form with a couple of games? There is risk in playing any players and should not be a consideration.

I can't seem him being the difference maker in a big final (and yes, I do remember 2021).

If we can get a Premiership, why not - he is another mid we can use

[jazzadogs]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Unless he is a horribly toxic influence (which I'm not discounting), and even accepting that he will definitely not be playing, he should be completing training with the rest of the playing group/rehab group.

He posted a video of him doing ball work, change of direction/agility, high speed activities. It's f***ing ridiculous that he's not doing that with his teammates when he's still getting paid.

[Bornadog]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Unless he is a horribly toxic influence (which I'm not discounting), and even accepting that he will definitely not be playing, he should be completing training with the rest of the playing group/rehab group.

He posted a video of him doing ball work, change of direction/agility, high speed activities. It's f***ing ridiculous that he's not doing that with his teammates when he's still getting paid.

agree

[MrMahatma]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

I don't get people talking about risking injury? He should only play if he is passed fit and in form with a couple of games? There is risk in playing any players and should not be a consideration.

No other players are coming off a knee and wanting to be traded (and worth a good pick). The downside is big with him.

[angelopetraglia]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Bevo on Bailey Smith.

"When a player has not told you that they are staying, as time goes on your confidence levels begin to wane"

"I have got a great relationship with Bailey, it is a not concern of mine that I need to fix something that isn't an issue. But there is always some levers you can pull, the intentions and what the possibilities are for the player, they can never be black and white for the club they are playing at as we are not privy to the conversations that are going on".

Sounded like he has not completely given up that he will leave, but is resigned to the fact that it will most likely happen.

[ReLoad]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Bevo on Bailey Smith.

"When a player has not told you that they are staying, as time goes on your confidence levels begin to wane"

"I have got a great relationship with Bailey, it is a not concern of mine that I need to fix something that isn't an issue. But there is always some levers you can pull, the intentions and what the possibilities are for the player, they can never be black and white for the club they are playing at as we are not privy to the conversations that are going on".

Sounded like he has not completely given up that he will leave, but is resigned to the fact that it will most likely happen.

Its farcical to think he isnt.

Any kind of contract negotiation (non football included) if you table a contract and the other party says "we will get back to you in a year" means they are not signing it. There is ZERO reason for bailey smith to not be negotiating and signing if he has any intention of staying.

I think he's mad to not sign and be a part of what our list looks like.

[Bornadog]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Bevo on Bailey Smith.

"When a player has not told you that they are staying, as time goes on your confidence levels begin to wane"

"I have got a great relationship with Bailey, it is a not concern of mine that I need to fix something that isn't an issue. But there is always some levers you can pull, the intentions and what the possibilities are for the player, they can never be black and white for the club they are playing at as we are not privy to the conversations that are going on".

Sounded like he has not completely given up that he will leave, but is resigned to the fact that it will most likely happen.

Previously Bevo has said he doesn't interfere with negotiations and leaves it up to Power. Maybe if he wants Smith to stay, he should meet him for a coffee.

[Happy Days]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Bro it’s round 23 our season is on the line every week and he’s on the damn Gold Coast. He’s gone and he’s a terrible teammate.

[bulldogsthru&thru]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

I don't think there's even 1% of Bailey that wants to stay.

It's been said Liam Jones is a true Bulldog. Well, Bailey Smith is the exact opposite. He just never was a fit for our club.

Of the 4 major contract signings, Bailey was always at the bottom of the pecking order for me. He was the one I was happy to let go. Power has done a great job. Now it's time to convert the Smith capital into something more valuable to US.

[Mantis]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Bro it’s round 23 our season is on the line every week and he’s on the damn Gold Coast. He’s gone and he’s a terrible teammate.

It?s a horrible look that he?s pretty much deserted his teammates.

It?s all about brand Bailey.

[JanLorMill]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

I don't think there's even 1% of Bailey that wants to stay.

It's been said Liam Jones is a true Bulldog. Well, Bailey Smith is the exact opposite. He just never was a fit for our club.

Of the 4 major contract signings, Bailey was always at the bottom of the pecking order for me. He was the one I was happy to let go. Power has done a great job. Now it's time to convert the Smith capital into something more valuable to US.

If you made up a name for a bulldog player it would be Bailey Smith. Now it’s Riley Williams

[Grantysghost]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

It's a sad situation with Bailey.

If you were Geelong, would you be thinking this guy may not be a great fit for our team? I mean he's not exactly an endearing type unless you're a teenager.

Interesting that Bevo commented at all, that says a lot to me about the frustration levels internally.

[Bornadog]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

It's a sad situation with Bailey.

If you were Geelong, would you be thinking this guy may not be a great fit for our team? I mean he's not exactly an endearing type unless you're a teenager.

Interesting that Bevo commented at all, that says a lot to me about the frustration levels internally.

He was asked a question on Bailey in the press Conference this morning and felt obliged to answer

[ReLoad]

Re: Welcome to the Bulldogs: Bailey Smith

Do we think his year out has had any influence in his decision to leave?

I.e. would it be different if he was playing?