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demondavey

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Richmond payed a first round pick (Pick 6) and a second round 2017 selection for Dion Prestia, a price considered steep at the time, especially given his early form where he was criticized for under-performing. His performances in the latter parts of the year and the finals, however was much improved and have gone a long way to justify his pay packet. In the light of the seasons end, is there a genuine case mounting for Prestia being the best recruit for the year?

Certainly there are a number of players who have had better individual seasons (Tom/Sam Mitchell, Tuohy, Hibberd, Brad Hill etc) but surely it is of no coincidence that Dustin Martin has one of the great individual seasons and Cotchin's return to A-grade form is off the back of Prestia's work in the coal-face?

His final series at the very least has shown how important he is to Richmond's most impressive midfield. To top it all off, he puts out another fantastic performance on the biggest stage.

Could he be considered the recruit of the year?
Yes
 
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