2021 trading, drafting and list management: players and personnel

[707]

WA Combine - Cory Warner first in 2 km time trial 6 min 20 sec so he's got stamina and apparently speed and can play - Have we got a suitable pick for him?

Wolftone on BF said about academy products next year " One is a medium high marking forward, the next Cappa, the second a highly talented ruck prospect and the third a utility, wing, HB, hf, inside mid. Apparently the Nicholls kid, utility, is supposed to be super fast"

Is there anyone on here know enough about the 2021 academy players to confirm whether this is accurate? If it is and with the 2021 picks we hold then next year could be a bumper intake for us.

[bloodspirit]

That Mongrel Punt piece is a really good analysis.

If I'm keen on anything next year, it's parking McInerney back on a wing round 1 (with Heeney starting on the other) and leaving him there. I know he can do the job down back, but this guy is a bona fide star, a pure winger and his capacity to run up and down a wing all day with the benefit of smart ball use going inside 50 and goal kicking is something special. Hell, we even saw one game he can go into the centre square for bursts and do it brilliantly. He's tough, a great kick, a gut runner, a terrific mark and a natural born winger. As good as any kid we have.

Completely agree!

[AB Swannie]

WA Combine - Cory Warner first in 2 km time trial 6.2 min

Have we got a suitable pick for him?

Interestingly, I think he will go around the same spot as his brother and we currently have that exact pick (39).

[bloodspirit]

WA Combine - Cory Warner first in 2 km time trial 6.2 min

Have we got a suitable pick for him?

Yes, our third (or potentially even our second) pick. I'm not especially keen to pick him just because he's Chad's brother. Depending on who we take with our first pick, I think we probably need a tall defender with our second.

[707]

Yes, our third (or potentially even our second) pick. I'm not especially keen to pick him just because he's Chad's brother. Depending on who we take with our first pick, I think we probably need a tall defender with our second.

We're a family club, Paddy McCartin is the KPD we need, so we can take Corey with a 30's pick :-)

[Maltopia]

We're a family club, Paddy McCartin is the KPD we need, so we can take Corey with a 30's pick :-)

But it hasn’t worked out that well for us with the Richards and Jack siblings, even though I love the family connections.

[TheBloods]

The Replacements - The Mongrel Punt - considers how we cover the losses of Dawson and Hewett.

- - - Updated - - -

I'd call our 2017 draft a bust but there was no foreseeing Ling's injuries and we at least struck gold with Tommy McCartin.

Hmmm RB a tagger , fascinating

I wish i made a bet , would 've cleaned up on here

[Mountain Man]

The only slight worry I have for 2022 is the historical "2nd year blues".

The Mongel Punt only required Campbell to step up.

The output of Gulden this year was very significant and will be needed again while McDonald will continue to be nursed along - so, injuries permitting should not be too critical

[Auntie.Gerald]

2021 Season Review: James Bell 2022

[Aprilbr]

A lot of Clubs announcing post-trade period delistings at present. I would imagine we may make a few similar announcements in the next couple of days. Still no confirmation on the Wicks re-signing.

[Ralph Dawg]

2021 Season Review: James Bell 2022

His review is very light on detail, in particular where he views his best position(s) will be moving forward. Really sums up my concern about Bell in that his skill level across the board is lacking (at this stage) such that there's no real best fit for him. I do however admire his ticker and he's certainly gives good effort. Just not sure it will ultimately be enough.

[stevoswan]

I watch a bit of the True Footy youtube channel hosted by a WC fan (Jesse) but he's ok and has pretty good analysis skills with trades and footy in general. He has a vid up atm looking at potential trades next year. Reckons we made a play for Tom Barrass during this trade period which "wasn't widely reported" but WC knocked back our offer. He didn't say what that offer might be. Now reckons we'll make a big play for Barrass at next seasons end and reckons he may well make the move as a RFA......then goes onto say that WC, because they can match the Swans offer and force a trade, will probably make Logan McDonald part of that trade.

AFL 2022 TRADE PREDICTIONS - YouTube

I like the idea of getting Barrass....but no way will Lomac* be part of the trade!

* Lomac? Cool or not cool?

[MattW]

Funny that Ladhams chose to come to us and it was KB who provided him with the very honest and harsh feedback prior to his draft.

Seem to remember that it was also KB who gave Hayward some harsh fitness feedback prior to his draft :-)

Which should provide reassurance to anyone concerned we've not picked up any attitude issues.

He seems genuinely keen to make the most of the opportunity.

[bloodspirit]

It might be worth bidding on Bodhi Uwland if he is still on the board at our 3rd pick. He's highly rated on some draft boards e.g. #13 by Chris Doerre aka Knightmare. He is tied to Gold Coast Academy but they have traded out points for matching him. Actually, I'm a bit confused about what the Suns are going to do because they have to take at least 3 at the draft but they've only got one pick. Are they going to trade back in? Are they going to upgrade two rookies?

[Nico]

His review is very light on detail, in particular where he views his best position(s) will be moving forward. Really sums up my concern about Bell in that his skill level across the board is lacking (at this stage) such that there's no real best fit for him. I do however admire his ticker and he's certainly gives good effort. Just not sure it will ultimately be enough.

Pretty hard to tell what his skill level is because he doesn't get the pill too often. The number one basic of the game; get the footy.