Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

Lestronge said:
I can see a world where we sign Smith. If we get off to a good start, and his mates are complimentary about Benji and the culture , and with the 4 or 5 surplus to need players in our squad , I can in-vision a mid season swap .
I can’t see it any earlier due to the club needing to figure out Galvins upgrade , and whether Klemmer is likely to get his extension. July 31 , is a good chunk into the season .
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I can't - based on his comments on the past. Things would have to drastically change for us.

I don't think he's a good fit tbh, wanted him when he left Storm. Not so much now. I'd take him at low $ to play off the bench perhaps, but don't see him agreeing to that at a club like ours.

He said some really great things about Tyrell May recently, has me really excited.
 
Moh said:
I can't - based on his comments on the past. Things would have to drastically change for us.

I don't think he's a good fit tbh, wanted him when he left Storm. Not so much now. I'd take him at low $ to play off the bench perhaps, but don't see him agreeing to that at a club like ours.

He said some really great things about Tyrell May recently, has me really excited.
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I got a feeling he won’t attract too many suitors. Too much baggage.
 
I hope they live up to your expectation. Your goals and dreams. What else is there. Not just you, all the spectators of life. Just sit and watch. Isn't life beautiful? And Xmas too soon. Ahhh- im so happy. Thank you.MOH.
 
GNR4LIFE said:
I got a feeling he won’t attract too many suitors. Too much baggage.
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At the moment, I got a feeling too, all I feel is dinner soon. Any suggestions guys on how to dress a steak under coal? Would appreciate it. Oops - I double posted again. Im sorry - my belly got the better of me. Im bad. Sorry guys.
 
GNR4LIFE said:
Maybe not technically. But its the non-performance of the club that will trigger it.
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There are many reasons he may have included that clause that have nothing to do with infield performance.

We are a club that has a history of sacking coaches, maybe he doesn't want to be here for 5 years under a coach he doesn't have a relationship with.

We also have a history of chopping and changing on the direction of the club. It is entirely possible he wants to see the club implement the direction that Benji and Richo sold to him.

With the history of this club you would be crazy to take these promises at face value.
 
cochise said:
There are many reasons he may have included that clause that have nothing to do with infield performance.

We are a club that has a history of sacking coaches, maybe he doesn't want to be here for 5 years under a coach he doesn't have a relationship with.

We also have a history of chopping and changing on the direction of the club. It is entirely possible he wants to see the club implement the direction that Benji and Richo sold to him.

With the history of this club you would be crazy to take these promises at face value.
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Fair enough. I’ve moved past it. To quote a certain doofus “It is what it is”.
 
BlackWhiteGold said:
Sounds like Hughes may be one who may cash in with one of the expansion teams! If halves are playing to mid-30s, he'd be perfect for the Perth Bears or PNG Pacific Protectors!

Jonah Pezet knocks back Knights to stay at Melbourne Storm

The Newcastle Knights made a monster $2.5 million bid to lure Jonah Pezet away from the Storm but the former Wyong Roo has opted to stick with Melbourne - though he has inserted a surprise clause into his new deal.

Jonah Pezet has inked a long-term deal to remain at the Storm but it comes with a strict clause which could allow him to exit the club should Jahrome Hughes extend his time at Melbourne.

Pezet was chased heavily by Newcastle who put forward a monster $2.5 million four year bid but he has opted to stay at the Storm after agreeing to a four-year contract extension. His deal will expire at the end of 2029 however Pezet may be free to leave earlier.

Hughes is contracted to Melbourne until the end of 2026. Should he agree to a deal beyond that period then Pezet is an immediate free agent. Hughes will be 32 in 2026 while Pezet will be just 23.

The contract safeguards both Pezet and the Storm. It means Pezet will not be stuck behind Hughes and Cameron Munster for an extended period while the Storm have a ready-made replacement should Hughes leave the club.
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Melbourne are masters at succession planning in the spine. They seem to be able to hold onto their spine players in waiting more often than not
 
I was a silver member for about 13 years and two years ago I ditched it. Just could not justify the dollars for the return I was getting. So I just paid at the gate when I wanted to go.

Yesterday I signed up again, because this side could sell out our suburban grounds in a flash if they click.

Anyone who knows me will tell you that optimism is not in my vocabulary but I think we are in for a ride this year that will have some lows but plenty more highs
 
cochise said:
There are many reasons he may have included that clause that have nothing to do with infield performance.

We are a club that has a history of sacking coaches, maybe he doesn't want to be here for 5 years under a coach he doesn't have a relationship with.

We also have a history of chopping and changing on the direction of the club. It is entirely possible he wants to see the club implement the direction that Benji and Richo sold to him.

With the history of this club you would be crazy to take these promises at face value.
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The big thing I read or someone said , was using the broadcast rights as a top up .
I think foxtel is looking to be bought by DAZN . Which is like an international Kayo .
So people are saying there’s a chance the rights go down .
I don’t think so . Netflix now dabbling in sport , and getting the rights next year to the WWE , could mean they decide to ramp up . Also 9 getting complete ownership of the broadcast rights and just playing the games on Stan , could be the answer .
I guess it will all come to a head in a couple of years
 
Lestronge said:
The big thing I read or someone said , was using the broadcast rights as a top up .
I think foxtel is looking to be bought by DAZN . Which is like an international Kayo .
So people are saying there’s a chance the rights go down .
I don’t think so . Netflix now dabbling in sport , and getting the rights next year to the WWE , could mean they decide to ramp up . Also 9 getting complete ownership of the broadcast rights and just playing the games on Stan , could be the answer .
I guess it will all come to a head in a couple of years
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DAZN is dog poo.
 
Lestronge said:
The big thing I read or someone said , was using the broadcast rights as a top up .
I think foxtel is looking to be bought by DAZN . Which is like an international Kayo .
So people are saying there’s a chance the rights go down .
I don’t think so . Netflix now dabbling in sport , and getting the rights next year to the WWE , could mean they decide to ramp up . Also 9 getting complete ownership of the broadcast rights and just playing the games on Stan , could be the answer .
I guess it will all come to a head in a couple of years
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With the focus on growing the game & now seeing significant media deal increases this has driven many players now to have clauses for future years to accommodate salary bumps, some use % options others have renegotiating/exit clauses.
 
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