They knew we would never pay that price. This was all an elaborate torture to punish us for trying to poach the skipper. Strung us along beautifully and watched us burn picks to get 22, whilst being unable to look at other options.
I thought the same too. Then I remembered that hustwaite can’t get a game so is fully dispensable to the hawks. And don’t you think there should be minimal difference between our F1 and bombers F2, especially after we take their best player - we should be heading in opposite directions on the...
You could look at this as arse protection so if they do decide to do the trade the blame from irate supporters will rest with the board, not the football department. Could be a smart move, given the likely heat. But board far more likely to take a non football-based decision.
Best not to underestimate the mental health challenges faced by many in the general population, let alone the high pressure AFL environment. I reckon it’s better to err on the side of compassion even if a few seem to be taking the piss - we never really know what’s going on.
He’s an upgrade on Morrison and Mcguiness (both good last night) and ward and McKenzie (who should improve). He’ll cost more than any of those, but would improve our side.