Richmond 2017

[Pag]

@pag Carlton by 7 points

It's the worst Carlton team I've seen in a long time, and yet I don't think you're as far off the mark as you normally are my friend.

[Lightning McQueen]

@pag Carlton by 7 points

It's the worst Carlton team I've seen in a long time, and yet I don't think you're as far off the mark as you normally are my friend.

It's the first time Cripps, Gibbs and Murphy have played together since round 3 last year if I heard correctly.

I've picked Richmond by 22 but not with any real confidence.

[The Bedge]

LOL

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[The Bedge]

Richmond by 6 goals.

[MW]

If Richmond lose this game, the Melbourne media will go ape sh1t over Hardwicks coaching future

[stan]

If Richmond lose this game, the Melbourne media will go ape sh1t over Hardwicks coaching future

Considering the Carlton team out on the park thats probably fair enough.

[woodublieve12]

How ugly are their new polo tops?

[Dogwatcher]

Thoughts on Richmond's chance of winning the flag this season?

I know, I know, I hear the guffaws from here, but I think they're a chance. Hear me out.
Last season, the Western Bulldogs had a very tight, affirming victory over Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
At the time, I said that they were now serious premiership contenders (not that I expected them to win).
To win the premiership, I believe you have to scalp either Adelaide or Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
When either of those sides are 12th or above on the premiership ladder, winning at Adelaide Oval is a very big challenge - the fortress-like mentality teams need to adapt is the kind you need to forge and develop as you head towards the grand final at the MCG.
On Saturday night, Richmond defeated a Port Adelaide side that is far from rubbish and this year is one of the strangest competitions in memory, anyone can win it (remember where the Bulldogs came from last season). On those grounds, the Tigers are capable of giving the flag a very good shake.
I'm not saying this is a definitive indicator, but I reckon it's a pretty good one.
If nothing else, Richmond supporters can go towards the finals this season knowing their side can go very deep.

[Jim05]

Fitzroy has won more finals in the last 30 years than these jokers!
They are also the only side to be beaten in a final by a side who finished outside the 8. They will go to water when it counts

[Dogwatcher]

Fitzroy has won more finals in the last 30 years than these jokers!
They are also the only side to be beaten in a final by a side who finished outside the 8. They will go to water when it counts

I don't disagree that their record stands against them. But the Bulldogs also had a poor track record until last season.
As I said, it's not a lay down misere, but it's a possibility worth taking note of.

[Jim05]

Fitzroy has won more finals in the last 30 years than these jokers!
They are also the only side to be beaten in a final by a side who finished outside the 8. They will go to water when it counts

I don't disagree that their record stands against them. But the Bulldogs also had a poor track record until last season.
As I said, it's not a lay down misere, but it's a possibility worth taking note of.

Dogs have made 5 or 6 Prelims in the last 20 years. Richmond havnt won a final for over 20 years

[Dogwatcher]

Thoughts on Richmond's chance of winning the flag this season?

I know, I know, I hear the guffaws from here, but I think they're a chance. Hear me out.
Last season, the Western Bulldogs had a very tight, affirming victory over Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
At the time, I said that they were now serious premiership contenders (not that I expected them to win).
To win the premiership, I believe you have to scalp either Adelaide or Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
When either of those sides are 12th or above on the premiership ladder, winning at Adelaide Oval is a very big challenge - the fortress-like mentality teams need to adapt is the kind you need to forge and develop as you head towards the grand final at the MCG.
On Saturday night, Richmond defeated a Port Adelaide side that is far from rubbish and this year is one of the strangest competitions in memory, anyone can win it (remember where the Bulldogs came from last season). On those grounds, the Tigers are capable of giving the flag a very good shake.
I'm not saying this is a definitive indicator, but I reckon it's a pretty good one.
If nothing else, Richmond supporters can go towards the finals this season knowing their side can go very deep.

Mwhahahahahahahaha.
Eff me.

[bennymacca]

such a weird season.

I think richmond are primed to get belted in the first final again

[Brodlach]

such a weird season.

I think richmond are primed to get belted in the first final again

Wont happen


Ninth doesnt play finals

[Booney]

such a weird season.

I think richmond are primed to get belted in the first final again

Wont happen


Ninth doesnt play finals

Unless you're Carlton.

[Booney]

Reports that Martin has signed a deal with Richmond.

[woodublieve12]

Reports that Martin has signed a deal with Richmond.

I would have been very surprised if he left. Club has done a lot for him

[Booney]

He's reported to have said "I don't have to worry about free agency for a few years"

[daysofourlives]

He's reported to have said "I don't have to worry about free agency for a few years"

I thought someone of your astounding intelligence wouldve picked up that was written last time he signed a contract

[MW]

The Trade Whisperer is tweeting that there is a meeting in progress between Martin, Carr, Hardwick and others at Punt Rd as we speak...