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Club-by-club trading wish lists
8:23:22 AM Wed 2 October, 2002
AAP
The AFL's "silly season" is underway and AAP takes a club-by-club look at what might happen in trades and the November 24 national draft.
ADELAIDE.
Finished: 4th.
Wish list: First and foremost, secure a deal with the Kangaroos for Wayne Carey. Tall players remain a priority for the Crows - unfortunately, this is usually the toughest area for recruiting. Adelaide will want to balance carefully between ready-made players such as Carey and long-term projects.
Trade bait? Kane Johnson.
BRISBANE.
Finished: Premier.
Wish list: Hang on to as much as possible. Des Headland, in particular, will be a priority for the Lions. There is plenty of speculation the much-improved midfielder will head home to Western Australia. Brisbane will preach pay cuts to its talent-packed list in return for the prospect of three straight premierships.
Trade bait? The Lions have signalled they will do no deals re Headland, preferring to let him take his chance in the pre-season draft if he leaves.
CARLTON.
Finished: Bottom.
Wish list: A tricky one, given its early draft picks could be in danger because of the AFL's salary cap investigation. The Blues have been active, without success so far, in targeting out-of-contract players. They're particularly interested in players with about 10 years ahead of them. Another shorter term prospect is Richmond star Matthew Richardson. A ruckman and a tall defender would also be handy.
Trade bait? Matthew Allan, although the Blues have not given up on keeping him.
COLLINGWOOD.
Finished: 2nd.
Wish list: With the youngest list in the AFL and Alan Didak, Mark McGough and Richard Cole earmarked for the midfield in the next few years, Collingwood can continue its youth policy. "We're keeping an open mind and seeing what pops up at other clubs, a few of them have salary cap problems so we'll just see what happens," said recruiting manager Noel Judkins.
Trade bait? Expect a good return for forward Nick Davis if he opts to return home to Sydney.
ESSENDON.
Finished: 5th.
Wish list: An established ruckman (Matthew Allan? Peter Everitt?) and some midfield support for Jason Johnson. But the Bombers have a tighter salary cap than most and, like last year, will find rival clubs playing hardball on trades. Kevin Sheedy is always likely to pull out one of his left-field draft picks.
Trade bait? Blake Caracella.
FREMANTLE.
Finished: 13th.
Wish list: Troy Simmonds enjoyed a fine season in the ruck, Justin Longmuir is a potential star tall forward and fellow big man Matthew Pavlich won All-Australian honours in defence. In short, it's quick, skilful midfielders the Dockers want, with coach Chris Connolly all but advertising for them. WA-raised Daniel Chick and Des Headland top the shopping list.
Trade bait? Clive Waterhouse missed 2002 with a knee injury but is a proven midfielder who kicks goals.
GEELONG.
Finished: 9th.
Wish list: The Cats gave nine players their debut in 2002, so nurturing the young talent won't be a problem. The retirements of Glenn Kilpatrick, Brad Sholl, Tim McGrath and Jason Snell also opens up the list for a big-name recruit, possibly a key forward or crumber.
Trade bait? Darren Milburn or Marc Woolnough, who has been overtaken by some of the younger players after a cruel run with injuries.
HAWTHORN.
Finished: 10th.
Wish list: Unfortunately for the Hawks, the two things they need most - heart and leadership - cannot be traded or picked. They have far from the worst list in the league, but could do with a ruckman.
Trade bait? Daniel Chick and Daniel Harford.
KANGAROOS.
Finished: 7th.
Wish list: Like Adelaide, the first priority is to stitch up the best possible deal for the Wayne Carey trade. Could do with some more midfield speed and obviously a key forward would help. But they are in the process already of developing some handy long-term prospects.
Trade bait? The biggest in draft history - Carey.
MELBOURNE.
Finished: 6th.
Wish list: A replacement for retired key forward David Schwarz is a major priority, but these do not come readily or cheaply. The Demons were also left exposed in defence with long-term injuries to tall backmen. Like Hawthorn, not a bad list and more in need of intangibles (to quote coach Neale Daniher: ruthlessness) than talent.
Trade bait? Peter Walsh or Andrew Leoncelli, perhaps?
PORT ADELAIDE.
Finished:3rd.
Wish list: No obvious deficiency for a team that despite a poor finals series, finished minor premier. Darren Mead's retirement opens up a spot for a tall defender, although recruiting manager Alan Stewart has his eye on a 60-game midfielder and another marking forward to complement Warren Tredrea and Chad Cornes.
Trade bait? Victorian-born midfielder Brent Guerra, who missed a spot in the Power's preliminary final team.
RICHMOND.
Finished: 14th.
Wish list: When fit the Tigers are well stocked for talls at either end, making the need to bolster the midfield crucial. Mark Coughlan and Aaron Fiora are coming off breakthrough seasons, and with the number four draft pick a young prospect like Chris Judd would be a godsend.
Trade bait? Greg Tivendale is a finisher that sides with well-stocked midfields could use.
ST KILDA.
Finished: 15th.
Wish list: The Saints will plan for this to be the last time they have early picks. They have some of the best young talent in the league and will look for more project players. If Peter Everitt goes, the club would be able to supplement its list with solid mid-range talent.
Trade bait? Everitt.
SYDNEY.
Finished: 11th.
Wish list: Sydney has a track record of poaching older types. Having lost more than 900 games experience in Paul Kelly, Andrew Dunkley, Wayne Schwass and Tony Lockett during 2002, it again could be no different. Might be better opting for mid-range players - notably a key defender and tough midfielder - to build a team around.
Trade bait? Young prospects Heath James or Daniel Hunt.
WEST COAST.
Finished: 8th.
Wish list: The Eagles have an exciting list, but need to cover the gap between the emerging players and experienced types. Glen Jakovich and Ashley McIntosh are nearing the end, as are Peter Matera and forward Troy Wilson. Long-term key positions will be the target. There's plenty of runners at West Coast, but Daniel Chick and Des Headland are keen to return home.
Trade bait? Victorians Michael Braun and Callum Chambers could be handy in a Chick deal.
WESTERN BULLDOGS.
Finished: 12th.
Wish list: As usual, key defenders are the worry. Steven Kretiuk is 30 and Matthew Croft 29, and while Mitchell Hahn and Luke Penny are long-term options, a tall back is essential. New coach Peter Rohde said as much yesterday: "If we want an experienced player to add to our list I don't think you'd need to be Einstein to figure out it's not going to be a rover."
Trade bait? Midfielders Simon Garlick or Paul Dimattina have been good servants, but the club's future is with the Gilbees and Giansiracusas
8:23:22 AM Wed 2 October, 2002
AAP
The AFL's "silly season" is underway and AAP takes a club-by-club look at what might happen in trades and the November 24 national draft.
ADELAIDE.
Finished: 4th.
Wish list: First and foremost, secure a deal with the Kangaroos for Wayne Carey. Tall players remain a priority for the Crows - unfortunately, this is usually the toughest area for recruiting. Adelaide will want to balance carefully between ready-made players such as Carey and long-term projects.
Trade bait? Kane Johnson.
BRISBANE.
Finished: Premier.
Wish list: Hang on to as much as possible. Des Headland, in particular, will be a priority for the Lions. There is plenty of speculation the much-improved midfielder will head home to Western Australia. Brisbane will preach pay cuts to its talent-packed list in return for the prospect of three straight premierships.
Trade bait? The Lions have signalled they will do no deals re Headland, preferring to let him take his chance in the pre-season draft if he leaves.
CARLTON.
Finished: Bottom.
Wish list: A tricky one, given its early draft picks could be in danger because of the AFL's salary cap investigation. The Blues have been active, without success so far, in targeting out-of-contract players. They're particularly interested in players with about 10 years ahead of them. Another shorter term prospect is Richmond star Matthew Richardson. A ruckman and a tall defender would also be handy.
Trade bait? Matthew Allan, although the Blues have not given up on keeping him.
COLLINGWOOD.
Finished: 2nd.
Wish list: With the youngest list in the AFL and Alan Didak, Mark McGough and Richard Cole earmarked for the midfield in the next few years, Collingwood can continue its youth policy. "We're keeping an open mind and seeing what pops up at other clubs, a few of them have salary cap problems so we'll just see what happens," said recruiting manager Noel Judkins.
Trade bait? Expect a good return for forward Nick Davis if he opts to return home to Sydney.
ESSENDON.
Finished: 5th.
Wish list: An established ruckman (Matthew Allan? Peter Everitt?) and some midfield support for Jason Johnson. But the Bombers have a tighter salary cap than most and, like last year, will find rival clubs playing hardball on trades. Kevin Sheedy is always likely to pull out one of his left-field draft picks.
Trade bait? Blake Caracella.
FREMANTLE.
Finished: 13th.
Wish list: Troy Simmonds enjoyed a fine season in the ruck, Justin Longmuir is a potential star tall forward and fellow big man Matthew Pavlich won All-Australian honours in defence. In short, it's quick, skilful midfielders the Dockers want, with coach Chris Connolly all but advertising for them. WA-raised Daniel Chick and Des Headland top the shopping list.
Trade bait? Clive Waterhouse missed 2002 with a knee injury but is a proven midfielder who kicks goals.
GEELONG.
Finished: 9th.
Wish list: The Cats gave nine players their debut in 2002, so nurturing the young talent won't be a problem. The retirements of Glenn Kilpatrick, Brad Sholl, Tim McGrath and Jason Snell also opens up the list for a big-name recruit, possibly a key forward or crumber.
Trade bait? Darren Milburn or Marc Woolnough, who has been overtaken by some of the younger players after a cruel run with injuries.
HAWTHORN.
Finished: 10th.
Wish list: Unfortunately for the Hawks, the two things they need most - heart and leadership - cannot be traded or picked. They have far from the worst list in the league, but could do with a ruckman.
Trade bait? Daniel Chick and Daniel Harford.
KANGAROOS.
Finished: 7th.
Wish list: Like Adelaide, the first priority is to stitch up the best possible deal for the Wayne Carey trade. Could do with some more midfield speed and obviously a key forward would help. But they are in the process already of developing some handy long-term prospects.
Trade bait? The biggest in draft history - Carey.
MELBOURNE.
Finished: 6th.
Wish list: A replacement for retired key forward David Schwarz is a major priority, but these do not come readily or cheaply. The Demons were also left exposed in defence with long-term injuries to tall backmen. Like Hawthorn, not a bad list and more in need of intangibles (to quote coach Neale Daniher: ruthlessness) than talent.
Trade bait? Peter Walsh or Andrew Leoncelli, perhaps?
PORT ADELAIDE.
Finished:3rd.
Wish list: No obvious deficiency for a team that despite a poor finals series, finished minor premier. Darren Mead's retirement opens up a spot for a tall defender, although recruiting manager Alan Stewart has his eye on a 60-game midfielder and another marking forward to complement Warren Tredrea and Chad Cornes.
Trade bait? Victorian-born midfielder Brent Guerra, who missed a spot in the Power's preliminary final team.
RICHMOND.
Finished: 14th.
Wish list: When fit the Tigers are well stocked for talls at either end, making the need to bolster the midfield crucial. Mark Coughlan and Aaron Fiora are coming off breakthrough seasons, and with the number four draft pick a young prospect like Chris Judd would be a godsend.
Trade bait? Greg Tivendale is a finisher that sides with well-stocked midfields could use.
ST KILDA.
Finished: 15th.
Wish list: The Saints will plan for this to be the last time they have early picks. They have some of the best young talent in the league and will look for more project players. If Peter Everitt goes, the club would be able to supplement its list with solid mid-range talent.
Trade bait? Everitt.
SYDNEY.
Finished: 11th.
Wish list: Sydney has a track record of poaching older types. Having lost more than 900 games experience in Paul Kelly, Andrew Dunkley, Wayne Schwass and Tony Lockett during 2002, it again could be no different. Might be better opting for mid-range players - notably a key defender and tough midfielder - to build a team around.
Trade bait? Young prospects Heath James or Daniel Hunt.
WEST COAST.
Finished: 8th.
Wish list: The Eagles have an exciting list, but need to cover the gap between the emerging players and experienced types. Glen Jakovich and Ashley McIntosh are nearing the end, as are Peter Matera and forward Troy Wilson. Long-term key positions will be the target. There's plenty of runners at West Coast, but Daniel Chick and Des Headland are keen to return home.
Trade bait? Victorians Michael Braun and Callum Chambers could be handy in a Chick deal.
WESTERN BULLDOGS.
Finished: 12th.
Wish list: As usual, key defenders are the worry. Steven Kretiuk is 30 and Matthew Croft 29, and while Mitchell Hahn and Luke Penny are long-term options, a tall back is essential. New coach Peter Rohde said as much yesterday: "If we want an experienced player to add to our list I don't think you'd need to be Einstein to figure out it's not going to be a rover."
Trade bait? Midfielders Simon Garlick or Paul Dimattina have been good servants, but the club's future is with the Gilbees and Giansiracusas
