Still am struggling to come to terms with losing the most talented player on our list, our list manager and our only real competitive in the unquestioned best recruiter in the AFL in Dalrymple...
****.
McCartney no big loss.
Dalrymple big loss. But won't hurt us for a few years and even then only if his replacement's a dud.
Stringer well yeah he could play, but he'd done nothing for 1.5 seasons when we traded him, and apparently he was a major vibe killer. Vibe is so important, it can't be underestimated. Vibe is way more important than a burst of pace and a good snap at goals. Look at the NBA. The Cavs are struggling mid-season and apparently not a happy camp, so they trade in some guys who are OK players but will 'be great for locker room chemistry'. King James knows how crucial vibe is if he's gonna win more rings.
So, console yourself that of the three things you mentioned above the only impact on this coming season is a positive one.
IT IS ALL GOING TO BE OK.