Changes for round 5 vs Blues

[avishka5]

Guys veners out for at least several days and possibly more apparently

You mean weeks? Cause I’d be happy with several days tbh.

 

[ghost82]

Yeah you're much harder on Redden than Masten

different thread genius

 

[ghost82]

Already we are beyond expectations and again the media gods have admitted that they may have been wrong in their original accessments of the 2018 Eagles
Enjoy the moment. Isn that why we follow the game with the hope and expectations of the season ahead.
Have fun man, I know I am.
But if you a totally convinced that the 2018 Masten will destroy the club and their finals prospects, I suggest a letter to the coaching group will most probably get you the result you so crave.

So I agree with Simmo and need to write a letter to him huh?

 

[avishka5]

I think what he is trying to say is that Masten is still very soft and has zero physical presence. Which is true. That's not to say Chris isn't doing ok presently, but it's these same issues that have largely been the bane of his career over the duration of it.

This is why we as supporters are a bit more forgiving with guys like Nelson and Duggan, because even though they undoubtedly have their limitations, at least in a physical sense they are prepared to have a crack.

Masten has spent the bulk of his career being physically rag dolled, knocked off the ball easily and never being able to stick a tackle. Presently he is being largely excused because:

-he is playing well (for him)
-the team is winning

Well will review this sentiment if results start to go against us and the stats line starts to read:

C Masten:
19 touches
19 uncontested possessions
0 tackles
0 score assists

For the sake of our side, I truly hope he continues to give a good account of himself. But would I bet on it? Probably not

Masten is average but to be fair we dominated their midfield and it helped him to play his natural game. That said last week when the cats mids made it a legit fight out. Masto still layed 4 tackles and third of his possessions were contested. He’s still building up to some consistent form.

 

[Biggie]

I think what he is trying to say is that Masten is still very soft and has zero physical presence. Which is true. That's not to say Chris isn't doing ok presently, but it's these same issues that have largely been the bane of his career over the duration of it.

This is why we as supporters are a bit more forgiving with guys like Nelson and Duggan, because even though they undoubtedly have their limitations, at least in a physical sense they are prepared to have a crack.

Masten has spent the bulk of his career being physically rag dolled, knocked off the ball easily and never being able to stick a tackle. Presently he is being largely excused because:

-he is playing well (for him)
-the team is winning

Well will review this sentiment if results start to go against us and the stats line starts to read:

C Masten:
19 touches
19 uncontested possessions
0 tackles
0 score assists

For the sake of our side, I truly hope he continues to give a good account of himself. But would I bet on it? Probably not

Agree.

I didn’t want Masten in the team at seasons start.

Refer my posts leading up to Rnd 1 & changes to Rnd 2 team.....

My issue? Posters not supporting a player that has clearly put some effort into improving his game. SHIT, he evaded 3 players in one play last rnd and has actually freed his arms several times this season....that is unheard of regarding Masten

I hope he continues to play the way he is, because it gives us a another running option that helps the club I love and support in the imeadiate future.

 

[Altum Volantes]

How’s Frankie Watson rolling so far for EP?

Was in the frame for round 1. Could bring him in let him flap around half forward like Venebales for half a game?

Just wanna see the guy get a shot to be honest!

 

[FKASC]

Agree.

I didn’t want Masten in the team at seasons start.

Refer my posts leading up to Rnd 1 & changes to Rnd 2 team.....

My issue? Posters not supporting a player that has clearly put some effort into improving his game. SHIT, he evaded 3 players in one play last rnd and has actually freed his arms several times this season....that is unheard of regarding Masten

I hope he continues to play the way he is, because it gives us a another running option that helps the club I love and support in the imeadiate future.

He was damn good against GC. If he can do that against every side then we are laughing

 

[amazingjoshy]

Simmo on 7 reckons Redden's OK. Venables is "pretty sore", sounded pretty disappointed.

 

[Dark Sharks]

Why do people bother complaining about GOAT Marsdo?

Until we play in a high pressure game in Melbourne where he'll likely be found out with panicky disposal and softness in the contest, he isn't getting dropped FFS.

Particularly not when he's close to career best form, certainly played better than Redden has all season IMO.

Just be patient. Marsden will get found out eventually, but it's not going to be after we've just rolled a team by 80pts at home. Relax

 

[ROYAL EAGLE]

Petruccelle to come in for Venables

 

[avishka5]

Why do people bother complaining about GOAT Marsdo?

Until we play in a high pressure game in Melbourne where he'll likely be found out with panicky disposal and softness in the contest, he isn't getting dropped FFS.

Particularly not when he's close to career best form, certainly played better than Redden has all season IMO.

Just be patient. Marsden will get found out eventually, but it's not going to be after we've just rolled a team by 80pts at home. Relax

How many times a day do you think about Marsdo?

 

[liam123]

You mean weeks? Cause I’d be happy with several days tbh.

It’s meant to be a joke about the lack of info we have regarding his injury. We don’t play till the weekend so several days till then but possibly more. Was a halarious Dad joke and you flat out ruined it by forcing me to explain

 

[liam123]

Petruccelle to come in for Venables

Would this be s legit option? I’m not against it but wouldn’t cole or even Ainsworth be a better option?

 

[ep2018]

Venables still on crutches, is this good or bad? Like if it were only a one to two weeker would he be off them already?

 

[WCErevival]

Venables still on crutches, is this good or bad? Like if it were only a one to two weeker would he be off them already?

I'd say bad news

 

[ROYAL EAGLE]

Would this be s legit option? I’m not against it but wouldn’t cole or even Ainsworth be a better option?

Petruccelle is super super quick really good overhead and good tackler.
So similar swap to Venables, think we need his pace.
Just give him simple instructions to run chase and tackle hard.
And if he gets the chance take the game on do it.
Show his natural flair.

 

[Eaglespur]

I'd say bad news

I'll give Healy a bell and ask

 

[Obeanie1]

I would bring in either Petro or Ah chee for Venables, whoever is fittest.

Id also look at Cole for Sheppard, Shep's got a cork on his quad from round 3 and reported its still sore. Cole can take Dow or Garlett and save Shep a trip East to get that quad right for the Derby game.

Dont play injured or sore players, keep rotating fresh kids through the side to keep the energy levels up.

Cant wait to see Petro put on those afterburners.

 

[Obeanie1]

FB: Hurn Barrass Nelson
FF Wright Casboult Garlett

HB: Jetta McGovern Sheppard
HF: Thomas McKay Curnow

C: Masten Sheed Gaff
C: Petrevski-Seton Kennedy Fisher

HF: Cripps Darling Waterman
HB: Cuningham Weitering Plowman

FF: LeCras Kennedy Rioli
FB: Simpson Rowe O'Brien

R: Naitanui Yeo Shuey
R: Kreuzer Cripps Curnow

I: Duggan Redden Hutchings Lycett
I: O'Shea Mullett Dowe Silvagni

Cole would suit those quicker forwards nicely.

 

[LittleGreekGod]

So I agree with Simmo and need to write a letter to him huh?

Your choice
Seems the only avenue still open to you
Not sure your whinging in here is going to bare much fruit.
But have a feeling your going to be stuck with Masten for the whole year
As I said before suck it up and enjoy the ride.

 

[Eagle Wrath]

Perfect week for Petrecelle to debut on the MCG. Playing against other young players which will help. We have lost a lot of excitement with Ryan and Venables injured, so I would add some more young talent.

 

[wce4premiership]

Petruccelle is a new level of raw, he will frustrate a lot of people on here. I think if it was ever to happen, it would have to be against Carlton.

We have a fair few sore players (Shuey, Redden, Gaff, Shephard, Naitanui, Gov)

 

[CoastersFlag No.5]

Petruccelle isn't ready. Ainsworth is and he hasn't played for 2 weeks. Ainsworth for Venables. Maybe Cole for Shep if he doesn't get up.

 

[The wily weagle]

I think in future that if Simpson is asked about a players injury, that his stock response should be that the player absolutely farked. Because normally, they are.

This is two weeks in a row now with Ryan and Venebles that he has gone:

"Yeah, they should be totally alright. Pretty minor stuff".

Next minute...

"So yeah um......... he is going to miss a while".

Hell, he swore blue in the pre season that Kennedys surgery was just a minor clean up and had no involvement of the knee.


What love to be a fly on the wall as to what information our medical staff are feeding him.

 

[dajesmac]

I think in future that if Simpson is asked about a players injury, that his stock response should be that the player absolutely farked. Because normally, they are.

This is two weeks in a row now with Ryan and Venebles that he has gone:

"Yeah, they should be totally alright. Pretty minor stuff".

Next minute...

"So yeah um......... he is going to miss a while".

Hell, he swore blue in the pre season that Kennedys surgery was just a minor clean up and had no involvement of the knee.


What love to be a fly on the wall as to what information our medical staff are feeding him.

Wait how long is Venables out for?