Re: Round 17 Captain
Here's who I believe are the most likely candiates (in order):
1. Nick Dal Santo - since the start of 2005, has scored 158, 155, 67, 121 & 146 vs. the Hawks (Ave. 129)
The 26 year old has produced some exceptional performances against the Hawks over the years, and despite missing last week with back tightness, I'm more than prepared to label him your best choice for captain for Round 17.
2. Chris Judd - since the start of 2008, has scored 142, 110 & 112 vs. the Eagles (Ave. 121)
The Blues' skipper loves playing his old side, as his scores will confirm. Will be looking to bounce back after his side's poor showing against Sydney last week.
3. Brent Harvey - since the start of 2005, has scored 169, 142, 97, 111 & 111 vs. the Bombers (Ave. 128)
THE BAD; The Kangas beat Richmond last week. THE GOOD; Boomer luurrves playing the Bombers, including an epic 169 the last time the two sides met, where he registered 33 touches, seven marks, six inside 50s and three goals. The only thing preventing me from putting him at #1, is that he plays for the Kangaroos, and he's playing the Bombers, who may finally bounce back this week.
4. Gary Ablett - since the start of 2006, has scored 102, 149, 99, 142 & 146 vs the Lions (Ave. 128)
I know he's been in a bit of a rut, averaging a mere 102 over the past five weeks, however, his record against the Lions can not be ignored. Other things going for him include; you can be sure the cats will want to atone for their loss against the Crows last week and oh yeah, and he averages 148 at Skilled this year . Could easily be at the top of this list.
5. Marc Murphy - since the start of 2008, has scored 135, 143 & 85 vs. the Eagles (Ave. 121)
Wow. I swear when this kid finishes his career, he'll be as highly regarded as your Abletts, Dal Santos and Judds when it comes to SuperCoach consistency. Since the start of 2008, the number one draft pick averages 107 SC points per game during the H&A season. In serious contention for the captain of my team this week.
6. Jimmy Bartel - since the start of 2006, has scored 122, 61, 139, 129, 142, 120 & 158 vs. the Lions (Ave. 124)
Another cat who likes playing the Lions, Gentleman Jim would be another excellent choice should you decide to place the 'C' next to his name. My only concern is his record at the Cats' hoe ground this year, which includes scores of 113, 101, 76, 77 & 79.
Rounding out my top ten nominees...
7. Lenny Hayes - since the start of 2005, has scored 126, 158 & 101 vs. the Hakws (Ave. 128)
8. Paul Chapman - since the start of 2006, has scored 117, 152, 95, 104, 105, 100, 104 & 154 vs. Lions (Ave. 116)
9. Bryce Gibbs* - since the start of 2008, has scored 192, 95 & 106 vs. the Eagles (Ave. 131)
10. Matthew Pavlich - since the start of 2005, has scored 126, 64, 92, 110, 82 & 141 vs. the Bulldogs (Ave. 103)
Going alright myself, nominated Hodge (153) & Selwood (145) as my top two choices last week.
Went out on a limb I know!
Here's who I believe are the most likely candiates (in order):
1. Nick Dal Santo - since the start of 2005, has scored 158, 155, 67, 121 & 146 vs. the Hawks (Ave. 129)
The 26 year old has produced some exceptional performances against the Hawks over the years, and despite missing last week with back tightness, I'm more than prepared to label him your best choice for captain for Round 17.
2. Chris Judd - since the start of 2008, has scored 142, 110 & 112 vs. the Eagles (Ave. 121)
The Blues' skipper loves playing his old side, as his scores will confirm. Will be looking to bounce back after his side's poor showing against Sydney last week.
3. Brent Harvey - since the start of 2005, has scored 169, 142, 97, 111 & 111 vs. the Bombers (Ave. 128)
THE BAD; The Kangas beat Richmond last week. THE GOOD; Boomer luurrves playing the Bombers, including an epic 169 the last time the two sides met, where he registered 33 touches, seven marks, six inside 50s and three goals. The only thing preventing me from putting him at #1, is that he plays for the Kangaroos, and he's playing the Bombers, who may finally bounce back this week.
4. Gary Ablett - since the start of 2006, has scored 102, 149, 99, 142 & 146 vs the Lions (Ave. 128)
I know he's been in a bit of a rut, averaging a mere 102 over the past five weeks, however, his record against the Lions can not be ignored. Other things going for him include; you can be sure the cats will want to atone for their loss against the Crows last week and oh yeah, and he averages 148 at Skilled this year . Could easily be at the top of this list.
5. Marc Murphy - since the start of 2008, has scored 135, 143 & 85 vs. the Eagles (Ave. 121)
Wow. I swear when this kid finishes his career, he'll be as highly regarded as your Abletts, Dal Santos and Judds when it comes to SuperCoach consistency. Since the start of 2008, the number one draft pick averages 107 SC points per game during the H&A season. In serious contention for the captain of my team this week.
6. Jimmy Bartel - since the start of 2006, has scored 122, 61, 139, 129, 142, 120 & 158 vs. the Lions (Ave. 124)
Another cat who likes playing the Lions, Gentleman Jim would be another excellent choice should you decide to place the 'C' next to his name. My only concern is his record at the Cats' hoe ground this year, which includes scores of 113, 101, 76, 77 & 79.
Rounding out my top ten nominees...
7. Lenny Hayes - since the start of 2005, has scored 126, 158 & 101 vs. the Hakws (Ave. 128)
8. Paul Chapman - since the start of 2006, has scored 117, 152, 95, 104, 105, 100, 104 & 154 vs. Lions (Ave. 116)
9. Bryce Gibbs* - since the start of 2008, has scored 192, 95 & 106 vs. the Eagles (Ave. 131)
10. Matthew Pavlich - since the start of 2005, has scored 126, 64, 92, 110, 82 & 141 vs. the Bulldogs (Ave. 103)
Going alright myself, nominated Hodge (153) & Selwood (145) as my top two choices last week.
Went out on a limb I know!
