What does last night do to our finals aspirations?

[Raw Toast]

Re: What does last night do to our finals aspirations?

I think we know where Johno is in the scheme of modern day defensive football, it's just a matter of whether we want to admit it or not.

So how do you explain his impressive game against the Crows in appalling conditions (18 touches, 9 marks, 4 scoring shots), or his game against Freo which helped get us up and running (he had five tackles for the game which isn't too bad either for a small forward)?

Johnson with all his ailments so far still has the second best average for scoring assists in the side - he's got a role to play if he can keep on improving his fitness.

[GVGjr]

Re: What does last night do to our finals aspirations?

At seasons end I'd look at trading Cross to a team looking for an inside midfielder like Carlton, preferably in exchange for one of their 3 crumbing forwards. Plus I'd call time on Johnson, Hahn, Hargrave.

I wonder what trading a popular guy like Cross would do for team morale and how the club could sell it to the players and the fans?
I can understand why you are questioning Hahn's value but I have to say I can't see the value in off loading Hargrave. Most of his games this season have been good although Friday night he couldn't do anything right.

[Ghost Dog]

Re: What does last night do to our finals aspirations?

I, for one, would be really gutted if Cross were traded. What for? Nobody goes in harder and the fans love him. He has a great record and loads of respect. Heart and soul of the midfield. I realize his ability to spot a target can be shonky at times. Please explain?