Speculation Shai Bolton [OOC 2028]

[RonnieRaven]

Players association , means nothing

he is the same as another 20 vanilla low impact , non goal kicking midfielders

That’s why he averages 7.5 score inv and Bolton averages 5.5 and double the score launches
He’s one of the best two way running mids around
Not only does he set up scores but his averaging over double the tackles and double the pressure acts of Bolton.
Go look at the past winners of the Brownlow AFLCA and MVP and decide the worth of each

 

[tiger_tough]

Think we’ll try for Warner first, and if the swans dig in will offer a combo of the highest and lowest firsts for Shai and something back.

Then just look towards the draft, and moving picks into next year.

That wouldn't get it done IMO

 

[Snuffaluphagus]

That wouldn't get it done IMO

Anything getting done for Freo really hinges a lot just on where Port and Pies finish. Just having a natural top 10 pick makes any trade a lot more palatable for any good player we are chasing. I'm still adamant at least one of them will miss the 8

 

[DragoDelph]

That wouldn't get it done IMO

Then we walk away.

He’s a nice to have, but not a desperate need. We can cover the role in other ways until something becomes viable.

 

[DragoDelph]

He’s not someone Freo are chasing hard like Warner.

Bolton has signalled interest that he may like look at a move home. So if it doesn’t work for either side, it doesn’t happen.

Freo will offer fair value, but are under no obligation to be stupid with it.

 

[Daka]

This is a dumb argument when it comes to an individual players worth. Bolton is incredibly talented and doesn't need this meaningless argument. Richo was 10x the key forward of many premiership forwards... or do you disagree?

That's a dumb argument as well as their completely different types of players.

 

[freo_leo29]

That's a dumb argument as well as their completely different types of players.

He was comparing Richo against other key forwards, how is that a dumb argument?

 

[WilloTree]

That's a dumb argument as well as their completely different types of players.

Comparing random players to random players is actually quiet fun.

Shai Bolton or Jeff White?

Go

 

[tiger_tough]

Anything getting done for Freo really hinges a lot just on where Port and Pies finish. Just having a natural top 10 pick makes any trade a lot more palatable for any good player we are chasing. I'm still adamant at least one of them will miss the 8

For sure.

Then we walk away.

He’s a nice to have, but not a desperate need. We can cover the role in other ways until something becomes viable.

Potentially. Depends how aggressive you want to be chasing down that elusive first flag.

Bolton takes Freo from top 4 to flag favorites IMO.

 

[freo_leo29]

For sure.

Potentially. Depends how aggressive you want to be chasing down that elusive first flag.

Bolton takes Freo from top 4 to flag favorites IMO.

So does Warner though, so we can keep currency and cap for him if Bolton proves too hard to purchase

 

[poshman]

He was comparing Richo against other key forwards, how is that a dumb argument?

Yes and using the original posters logic, Richo isn't as good as say Ashley Hanson... because.. premiership. Foolish.

 

[tiger_tough]

So does Warner though, so we can keep currency and cap for him if Bolton proves too hard to purchase

Yeah, but I don't see Warner leaving.

 

[WilloTree]

Players association , means nothing

he is the same as another 20 vanilla low impact , non goal kicking midfielders

Didn't he kick one on Saturday?

 

[Daka]

So does Warner though, so we can keep currency and cap for him if Bolton proves too hard to purchase

I can't see Warner leaving while Sydney are a contender.

 

[Red Bull]

Freo hold the currency (and lots of it) that the Tigers desperately need.
That currency affords Freo options.
When the music stops, the Tigers don’t want to be left without a chair …

 

[DragoDelph]

I can't see Warner leaving while Sydney are a contender.

Melbourne said the same about Jackson.

(FWIW I think it will be next year, but we'll certainly try this year).

 

[Daka]

Melbourne said the same about Jackson.

(FWIW I think it will be next year, but we'll certainly try this year).

I think he stays at the Swans FWIW, but time will tell.

 

[tiger_tough]

Freo hold the currency (and lots of it) that the Tigers desperately need.
That currency affords Freo options.
When the music stops, the Tigers don’t want to be left without a chair …

Could be worse than getting left with a 25 year old All Australian....

 

[Tugga27]

That’s why he averages 7.5 score inv and Bolton averages 5.5 and double the score launches
He’s one of the best two way running mids around
Not only does he set up scores but his averaging over double the tackles and double the pressure acts of Bolton.
Go look at the past winners of the Brownlow AFLCA and MVP and decide the worth of each

It's pointless comparing them TBH.
Both completely different players who fit different needs.

Bolton is a highlight reel.
A high impact player who can tear you apart with minimal possessions.

Brawshaw is a gut running midfielder who extracts and is an excellent decision maker.

You wouldn't be unhappy with either.

If Bolton wants to return home (Freo), it will be for overs as he's contracted.
He could be the missing piece of the puzzle for Freo.

 

[Red Bull]

Could be worse than getting left with a 25 year old All Australian....

Nice player no doubt.
But what does that achieve for both Richmond and Bolton.
He’s on the list now and helping the Tigers to … 18th position …

 

[tiger_tough]

Nice player no doubt.
But what does that achieve for both Richmond and Bolton.
He’s on the list now and helping the Tigers to … 18th position …

There's some fairly obvious reasons for that.

I think we'll end up with multiple 1st round picks whether Bolton stays or leaves.

 

[Red Bull]

There's some fairly obvious reasons for that.

I think we'll end up with multiple 1st round picks whether Bolton stays or leaves.

And the fairly obvious play is to trade what you don’t need for what you do … before Freo take their currency elsewhere …

 

[tiger_tough]

And the fairly obvious play is to trade what you don’t need for what you do … before Freo take their currency elsewhere …

We absolutely need 25 year old elite talent...

Freo would want him more than we would want to lose him. It's up to them to make an offer too good to refuse. We're not having a fire sale...

 

[Morro]

Jeez this thread has a bit of everything now

Our Flags are shit apparently
Richo underrated
Bolton isnt a need for Freo
Bolton makes Freo flag favs
Warner is their target and Bolton sloppy seconds
Bolton is selfish
Bolton is overrated
We all hope the pies and port fall miserably

Lets be real here, the only facts are, if Bolton wants Freo, Freo will make it happen knowing the trade expectations. No club lets a player of this ilk slip through their fingers. His current contract means Freo would have to over pay.

 

[DragoDelph]

Jeez this thread has a bit of everything now

Our Flags are shit apparently
Richo underrated
Bolton isnt a need for Freo
Bolton makes Freo flag favs
Warner is their target and Bolton sloppy seconds
Bolton is selfish
Bolton is overrated
We all hope the pies and port fall miserably

Lets be real here, the only facts are, if Bolton wants Freo, Freo will make it happen knowing the trade expectations. No club lets a player of this ilk slip through their fingers. His current contract means Freo would have to over pay.

Now it's just the definition of overpay.

I think a lot of us feel that an inside 10 + a second R1 pick is the overpay, and are ok with that. That's what we have and can give. That's the Jackson price.

Still need to take a first round pick ourselves either this or next year, so need to keep something.