Bluemour Melting Pot XXI - Like seriously, the polar ice caps have got nothing on us

[HARKER]

Cochrane says, "We have changed"

Of course you've changed when you have Gil batting for you and you've been handed over an unprecedented amount of gifts that forfeiting second or third rounders is but a drop in the ocean given your new-found 'wealth'

Pretty ordinary attitude under pretty ordinary circumstances.

 

[I bleed Blue]

Tom Brown on 7

Gold Coast have been given so many concessions that they have been irrational with trades.

Clubs have raises this with league bosses.

 

[MileHigh]

Unless Cochrane goes all in and wants to tie up $1m per year (for arguments sake let's say that's what SOS makes the contract) on Jack Martin then Cochrane has a $1m per year over 2 years tied up in a player who doesn't want to be there just because he wants to make a stand when they could be luring established talent to the club with that money. It would be idiocracy.

 

[KnaveyBlue]

The afl will not change the rules in regards to the PSD in relation to Jack Martin, there isn’t enough tin foil on the planet to disguise that type of corruption.

The most curious part of this statement is that you think the AFL will suddenly feel a need to disguise its corruption.

 

[BlueTongue]

Just listened to Pittonet on SEN from Afternoon show.

What a ripping guy.

Smart, well spoken, good sense of humour. Others will love having him around. Talks about continually developing himself and his skills.

Super excited to get to Carlton - was watching Carlton games in back half of season and loving the energy, style of play and crowd engagement. Can’t wait to get there.

Really hope he can deliver on the field.

He does sound genuinely stoked to be here, and that's a great endorsement for other players to hear.

 

[Blue Doormat]

Lemme think.
“Hey guys. Do you mind changing all your financial arrangements to accomodate this twos player who doesn’t want to be here? Blues just offered him a truckload so it won’t just be a trim it will be a full bufont haircut.”
Yeah Craig. That will certainly send a message.

“Oh. And boys, he’s not training with us and he’s travelling down Saturday morning to play each game. Still ok? Great!”

 

[skadoosh]

W

BULLSHIT

What an idiot. Yeah, forcing a player to play for your club is a strong and bold move. Can't fault your logic mate. It definitely shows everyone else how attractive is would be to play for you, right?

 

[BluesTragic]

Melbourne have apparently made preliminary enquires with Jack Martin’s management


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[Funk]

Jack Martin Manager about to go on SEN

Jack Martin’s manager spoke glowingly of Carlton - indeed could not have been more complimentary.

Most definitely no bad blood there with Jack or his manager.

They are determined to get Jack to Carlton and will be meeting with full TLA team to plan strategy.

SOS may well end up having the last laugh - fingers are crossed.

 

[Mr_Plow]

Melbourne have apparently made preliminary enquires with Jack Martin’s management


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They are not taking him according to all reasonable sources.

 

[Mondyboy]

Cochrane is insane enough to go through with his threats.


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[IronMan29]

Melbourne have apparently made preliminary enquires with Jack Martin’s management


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And his Management said 'No'. Call ended.

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[BrisbaneCFC]

Maybe offer Fremantle the three 1st round draft picks for Nat Fye. He would be around 29/30 years old I think but we could win a premiership if he joined Cripps in the middle.

At 29/30 years old, would not pay three firsts for Fyfe.

 

[BrisbaneCFC]

Your mistake... Everyone knows you can't count the goals kicked against Gold Coast

You know its written in the stars that Eddie will have a mare when we play the Suns next season. Im sure thats how its going to go.

 

[I bleed Blue]

Melbourne have apparently made preliminary enquires with Jack Martin’s management


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Tom Brown (haha I know) said a source within Melbourne said it was "extremely unlikely" they would draft Martin. Spoke with his management who said he wanted Carlton.

 

[BrisbaneCFC]

And risk being pipped s pick beforehand?

No thanks

I get your point, but I reckon its almost certain he gets to us, regardless of which draft he enters.

 

[Funk]

FWIW - On SEN Martins manager made it very clear Jack has zero interest in going back to GCS.

Played with Crippa in juniors and wants to play with him again. Also super excited that he will be with Eddie.

I’d be very surprised if he’s not at Carlton next year.

 

[IronMan29]

Lol Cochrane. It will actually look worse for Gold Coast and their retention issues if they redraft Martin and force him to stay there.

Heres a tip. Instead of trying to hold players against their will create a culture and place players want to play at.

Nice message GCS are sending to Rowell and Anderson.

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[BigBreakfast]

Jack Martin's manager sounds like he's leaning towards skipping the ND and going straight to the pre-season draft. Confirms Martin will not be returning to Gold Coast, wants out because he believes his potential wasn't realised at the Suns and believes he can realise it elsewhere. Manager has also confirmed Carlton is absolutely still the priority, will be working to put a price on his head that Melbourne can't match.

Melbourne have given him a call and they got a similar response that they gave to Gold Coast in saying Martin is focused getting to Carlton.

Spoke highly of Carlton's culture and Martin's association to Paddy Cripps, the support and resources we have in relation to indigenous programs/culture. Martin asked if Eddie was coming.

Long game. While it garners headlines, it is pointless weighing up segregated elements of the off season. Assess the entirety of the process when it is done.
1. Martin gets in
2. Good kid/s come in
3. Package draft assets to make a run at big fish next year.
4. Potential in PSD end delistings.
5. Player growth after the pre season period.

Relax Bluebaggers.

 

[IronMan29]

Tom Brown (haha I know) said a source within Melbourne said it was "extremely unlikely" they would draft Martin. Spoke with his management who said he wanted Carlton.

Was Stevens not Browne.....but same same

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[I bleed Blue]

Nice message GCS are sending to Rowell and Anderson.

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Exactly.

"Here extend your contracts with us.... we will only try **** you over once you fulfill your commitment to us"

 

[Bamboo Harvester]

Nice message GCS are sending to Rowell and Anderson.

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It's like they're being sent to prison for a minimum 2 year sentence....

 

[I bleed Blue]

Was Stevens not Browne.....but same same

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Was 100% Tom Brown what I was watching.

Although I'm away in country vic tonight so dunno if "Prime" would broadcast at different times or something..

 

[Accidental genius]

FWIW - On SEN Martins manager made it very clear Jack has zero interest in going back to GCS.

Played with Crippa in juniors and wants to play with him again. Also super excited that he will be with Eddie.

I’d be very surprised if he’s not at Carlton next year.

lets hope so. im just worried afl will somehow entice him to stay.

 

[Eiffel 65]

Melbourne have apparently made preliminary enquires with Jack Martin’s management


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They said on AFL.com that their salary cap is pretty tight. Unlikely to happen.

Sounds like the PSD is the way to go.