Mitchell watch

[AnnieH]

Tom didn't talk to his manager apparently

Mitchell's future still in limbo, Swans talks to continue - M.afl.com.au

Smokescreen to calm the rumours.

[plumberdan]

Come on Tom. Become a Swan for life.

[Go Swannies]

Smokescreen to calm the rumours.

The ideal would be if Tom is just leading the Hawks on until there's no-one else left for them - and then he turns them down.
Not that I'm vindictive or anything.

[swannymatt]

I am a massive Tom Mitchell fan and I really hope this news is true!!
Cmon Tommy!!

[ScottH]

The ideal would be if Tom is just leading the Hawks on until there's no-one else left for them - and then he turns them down.
Not that I'm vindictive or anything.

I've always liked the way you think.
You've just excelled yourself!!

[stellation]

Smokescreen to calm the rumours.

Good times never seemed so good.

[Blue Sun]

Maybe Tippett should take a pay cut so we can keep Mitchell?

[AnnieH]

The ideal would be if Tom is just leading the Hawks on until there's no-one else left for them - and then he turns them down.
Not that I'm vindictive or anything.

What? Like Andrew Ireland did to GWS thinking they were getting Lance?
Bwa ha ha ha ha ha

[Triple B]

Good times never seemed so good.

I see what you did there..

[Odysseus]

The unrestricted/restricted player list has been released... he's not on it.

Free agency begins - sydneyswans.com.au

What is the significance of a player's name not being on the list? Does it necessarily mean that they're not moving? Or does it mean a deal may already have been worked out that's not yet public? Or what?

Personally, I'd like Tom to stay with the Bloods. His feet may not be the quickest, but his hands are certainly slick, and he doesn't go missing under pressure. I'm very much hoping we keep him.

[Melbournehammer]

It just means he isn't a free agent. It doesn't mean that he isn't out of contract.

[Industrial Fan]

I for one can't see Tom fabricating a story about a contract to pacify a fan making death threats at the b&f.

Is obviously staying.

[Go Swannies]

I for one can't see Tom fabricating a story about a contract to pacify a fan making death threats at the b&f.

Is obviously staying.

I guess you've never met Annie?

Was in Sean Dempster who went into witness protection or St Kilda (as if there's a difference) after Trivia Night?

[Ludwig]

Did he say "3 more years?"

I'm not sure. Maybe it was "3 more beers."

Close enough for me.
You better not be lyin' to me, because if you are, I'll stalk you to the end of the earth and I'll kill you.

Can we lit him go now?

Not just yet. This is fun. I love Awards Night. I love building close relationships with the players.

The players seem to trust you Annie. They tell you their darkest secrets. How do you do it?

I'm charming! Hadn't you noticed?

[bloodsbigot]

It'd be funny if we lose Mitchell but gain someone better.

I've kinda gotten used to the idea of Mitchell leaving now anyway. The more it drags out the more I don't mind him going. Heeney and Mills are ripe for the midfield. I'm sure the extra cap room will be welcome.

Not sure if it's a good idea keeping Tippett on the pay he's getting. Definitely lower his pay or show him the door.