Traded Harley Bennell [traded with #22 to Fremantle for #16 and #35]

[SterlingArcher]

I still don't see Bennell's indiscretions as particularly serious.

How am I 'kidding myself'?

They aren't serious in the sense of breaking laws etc, but he has shown a complete lack of disrespect for any club rules put in place on a number of occasions. Not really getting involved in the debate here but just wanted to say that's likely to have a big say in how clubs view him - getting pissed clubs don't care about, getting pissed when you've specifically been told not to and acting up as well clubs do care about.

 

[Sweet Jesus]

They aren't serious in the sense of breaking laws etc, but he has shown a complete lack of disrespect for any club rules put in place on a number of occasions.

Sure. That's why I put it more in the category of being a knob and not very bright, as opposed to serious criminality.

 

[ChookNorris]

Bennell has reportedly named 'Revolver' as his club of choice. #insidesauce

 

[Tas]

I think he is a risky proposition, I know he is super talented but he could go full nova like Garlett or he might knucle down and be awesome, it is going to be really hard to determine fair compensation value. His compensation is going to come down to how many clubs are seriously prepared to take him, outside of fire sale value.

 

[Vampire013]

I would take a punt on Bennell.
He played extremely well and tried his guts out after the suspension.
Martin Pike was an idiot, but he could play.
You just have to look at what you gain v the risk involved.
I'm not a fan of the no d1ckhe@d policy.
Many sportspeople around the world aren't angels.
I would only pass if it was 100% known that he is still on drugs.

 

[Tas]

I would take a punt on Bennell.
He played extremely well and tried his guts out after the suspension.
Martin Pike was an idiot, but he could play.
You just have to look at what you gain v the risk involved.
I'm not a fan of the no d1ckhe@d policy.
Many sportspeople around the world aren't angels.
I would only pass if it was 100% known that he is still on drugs.

We took Pike in the late 90s and he did knuckle down before going on the turps, he then settled down again at Brisbane before exiting with fists of fury. The problem with self-destructive players is they rarely ever go out alone, it can often be carnage which impacts a lot of other players at a club.

I think it is why he would need to be a club with a pretty mature list imo, all the guys married and spitting out babies don't have too much time for trouble and might be able to help him to focus on the footy. I think Bennell was just around too many kids all going psycho as they do whenever you put a lot of boys in an environment together.

I hope he gets an opportunity and he settles down, would be a shame for the game and for him personally if his contribution to the game is lost.

 

[Stevi_Tigers]

so coming to Richmond or carlton

 

[Calcium Man]

Well done WCE or Freo

 

[Dirty_banchez]

If he isn't coming to WA, he will be at the Hawks or Tigers. I can't see him anywhere else.

 

[kaiserchief13]

Well done WCE or Freo

Confirmed he's going back to WA

 

[Gus Poyet]

Adelaide should go after him. Eddie Betts is the kind of mentor who'd be good for a kid like Bennell.

 

[TwentyNine]

A bit cute to criticise the two youngest and less experienced of the Richmond group I listed.

Especially coming from a North supporter who's midfield is probably in the bottom 5 midfields moving forward:

Aging (Ages in 2016):
Harvey (38)
Dal Santo (32)
Wells (31)
Gibson (30)
Swallow (29)
Higgins (28)

The rest:
Cunnington (25)
Bastinac (25)
Ziebell (25)

I felt bad about it but they're just so easy to criticise.

 

[TwentyNine]

Gee I hope Vlastuin smashes you campaigners this week. He's had a very very good season.

That he has but he's not a midfielder - yet, anyway.

Just having a laugh mate

 

[ROYAL EAGLE]

If he isn't coming to WA, he will be at the Hawks or Tigers. I can't see him anywhere else.

That's was Barrett's thoughts two month ago, if you listen to the pod cast.
A lot has changed since then

 

[Milanista28]

Would pick 4 get Bennell and Hall??

I'd do that.

 

[Dirty_banchez]

That's was Barrett's thoughts two month ago, if you listen to the pod cast.
A lot has changed since then

Hold up, when did Barrett say he was going to Victoria? If he said that a few months ago, then you are right, things have changed. The question is whether his family want him to return? It is like he has gone into exile, he needs to come home and claim pride rock.

 

[Prog Rocker]

Bennell IS worth a First Round pick. He's a game winner. Stuff this 2nd rnd pick only. 1st Rnd OR Decent player/early 2nd.

 

[Jack_the_Ninja]

Harley is going to ruin your club...steer clear. The kid has this uncanny knack of attracting bad Karma and should be avoided at all cost...looking at you Freo.

 

[Calcium Man]

Hawthorn and Essendon both ruled themselves out of recruiting Bennell this week.

http://www.news.com.au/national/gol...un-jaeger-omeara/story-e6frfkp9-1227520102719

I hope the hawks really have ruled themselves out as I reckon gives us a better shot.

 

[BOMBERS 4 LIFE!!!!]

Disappointed that Essendon has pulled out kind of player we need.

 

[Calcium Man]

Disappointed that Essendon has pulled out kind of player we need.

I think its one of the few good decisions your club has made lately, you have enough distractions and problems without adding another one.

 

[manboob]

Bennell IS worth a First Round pick. He's a game winner. Stuff this 2nd rnd pick only. 1st Rnd OR Decent player/early 2nd.

I think you'll get your R1 if you agree to pay part of his wage for the next two years.

 

[manboob]

I think its one of the few good decisions your club has made lately, you have enough distractions and problems without adding another one.

He'd fall through the cracks in 20 seconds. That said he might be able to find them a better source with better record keeping abilities.

 

[Defacto]

Wouldn't touch him with a 10 foot pole. Still hasn't learnt

 

[Vic pokiesmon]

Would pick 4 get Bennell and Hall??

I'd do that.

Gold Coast wouldnt.In a weak draft they would be better off trying yo get established quality players