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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
Who potentially has the greatest upside for years into the future?
Who does more of what the coaches are asking?
Right now Sherman is clearly better but if he isn't doing enough of the team things, then he may have to look at changing his approach. Sherman has to take the game on and drill passes from the half back and centre. We need this type of player. Maybe that's why he's been given a spell.
I can only assume that Skinner is doing more of what is asked of him even his skill level is way behind Sherman's.Comment
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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
It seems to be a flogging for two guys here which IMO will more likely not even get a run at the end of year.
This will be due to the fact that we will flick, Hooper, Gilbee & Cross at the end of the year. Question mark over Shaggys body also. The year after we will be looking at flicking Gia, Murphy, Shaggy, Cooney & Moles.
So with this mind the club might just want to keep a few player like Skinner and Sherman to back u for injuries.
If we loss Gilbee, Cross & Hargrave. Should we go after a Gun midfielder with the cash that is free?BB.
Looking forward - Naughton, Darcy and JUH. It will be the envy of everyone.Comment
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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
Right now I would have Gilbee, Hooper, Moles, Mulligan, Panos and Skinner(to be rookied) in the gun.
This would give us the 5 draft spots that we need plus a spot for a FA.
Don't see the point of upgrading Campbell or Austin after only one season on the rookie list as they aren't going anywhere.The curse is dead.Comment
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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
Baring injuries, Austin would have to be a fair chance of being a late pick in the coming drafted given his performances to date.
He certainly compares well enough with some of the regular defenders in some other teams. A number of clubs would be worried about their defensive stocks (including us) and there might be one or two who might use a late pick on a pretty low-risk, mature player who is versatile and who allegedly can also play forward.Comment
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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
Unless you're talking about us promoting him to the main list (using our token last pick in the draft) that would involve Austin nominating for the draft and being delisted from our rookie list. Clubs can't draft players who are currently rookie listed. It would seem a really big risk for Austin if we decide not to promote him, and unless another club has given him a guarantee prior to the draft I couldn't see him taking that option.[COLOR="#FF0000"][B]Western Bulldogs:[/B][/COLOR] [COLOR="#0000CD"][B]We exist to win premierships[/B][/COLOR]Comment
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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
I am under the impression he's on a multi-year rookie contract(so we would be better off up-grading him next season if his good form continues), is this not correct?
If not than I would also look at delisting Markovic and up-grading Austin.The curse is dead.Comment
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Re: Retirements, Trades, Delistings and the Rookie list
The only multi year rookie contracts I am aware of are for rookies who have to move interstate. Even then I believe the safety net is just there for the player. May have changed.
Austin would obviously only nominate for the draft if a side guaranteed to pick him but I believe that is a distinct possibility considering his form. 18 clubs, over 720 senior list spots available... I think Austin warrants one.
Of course if we can get away with keeping him on the rookie list we should but that goes without saying.Comment
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