Media narrative following the Stringer interview has already been "poor Jake" and "refreshingly honest". Can't see how any of that will hurt his trade value. If the nominated club wants to low-ball he will simply turn up to pre-season training at the kennel. Let's see how serious the potential suitors are or whether they are nothing more than tyre kickers.
Didn't get the feel that Jake would be shattered to be back at the Dogs next year. Doubt the Dogs would be shattered either if he reforms.
Stringer hasn't spoken to all suitors yet - talk of EFC (joke they literally never trade for big fish) or Geelong is extremely premature.
On a list basis need I am surprised EFC are even in the mix - they need mids not a talented but lazy fwd.
The talk of P20 for Stringer will be a distant memory in the next few weeks as his price rockets.
Can't believe North aren't keen (although if they're smart they keep their interest quiet this time) and list wise he is perfect for Richmond. Imagine Martin and Stringer - the best two don't argues in the game rotating between fwd and mid.