Rd 6: Pre Game Palaver: Carlton vs. Essendon

[crashlander]

Has anyone heard the whisper the club is seriously considering a SOSOS debut against the CheatsFC this Sunday afternoon?

I think that would be a waste, you might get a few thousand more Sunday arvo, but on a Friday or Saturday home game at The G you might get 20K more!

But I suppose CheatsFC defense is sorely depleted and would be a good choice for a newbie to get a run against.

Is SOSOS a suitable substitute for Buckley, could he play the small forward role?

Young Jack doesn't have Buckley's pace, but he would make every possession count. And close to goal he would be a chance to get on the scoreboard. He chases and smothers very well: he made goals in the VFL from his chases and smothers just last week.

I would probably wait until next time, to be honest. He just played his first proper VFL game and got 12 possessions. Give him time.

[cimm1979]

I would have said there was not a snowballs chance but I thought that about Plowman and Sumner.

I didn't think C Curnow would come in so early either.

Who knows. I wouldn't think he would though.

[shadesy]

Bombers were keen on in, show them what they missed out on.

[Mav]

Not sure they were all that interested.  CFC feared EFC would use an early pick on him and force a hard decision on whether to match it.  That never happened.  When EFC finally called his name out when they had a pick in the 50s, it was just a joke between list managers as CFC lost absolutely nothing by matching it.  Dodoro and SOS were laughing. 

[shadesy]

Not sure they were all that interested.  CFC feared EFC would use an early pick on him and force a hard decision on whether to match it.  That never happened.  When EFC finally called his name out when they had a pick in the 50s, it was just a joke between list managers as CFC lost absolutely nothing by matching it.  Dodoro and SOS were laughing.

The Journey suggested that a chat between Bolton and SOS suggested the Bombers were keen.

I believe in the end it was a joke, but they did interview him I believe.

[townsendcalling]

Everitt may need to regain form and fitness in the 2nds

I think the word is desire!!

[Mav]

The Journey suggested that a chat between Bolton and SOS suggested the Bombers were keen.

I believe in the end it was a joke, but they did interview him I believe.

I'd imagine the chat went something like:
EFC: If we draft you, are you going to go to either do a Tim Watson and refuse to report for duty or leave after 2 years and join Carlton?
SOSOS: Yes.
EFC: OK.  Thanks for talking to us.

[PaulP]

The Journey suggested that a chat between Bolton and SOS suggested the Bombers were keen.

I believe in the end it was a joke, but they did interview him I believe.

Yes, I think I read somewhere that the EFC recruiter (what's his name - Dodoro ?), and SOS are mates, and Jack's EFC interview was a bit of chain yanking.

[Gointocarlton]

Well we are not the favorites with the punters which is good I reckon

Early Mark: Punters back Essendon to defeat Carlton, GWS upset on cards
37 minutes ago
Herald Sun

CARLTON’S winning run will stop at one if betting moves are on the money.

The Blues broke through for their first win of the season against Fremantle last week and are hoping to make it two in a row when they face Essendon on Sunday.

The Bombers were demolished by Collingwood on Anzac Day but that hasn’t stopped punters backing them to keep Carlton at the foot of the ladder.

Meanwhile, an upset could be on the cards when GWS faces Hawthorn and one punter is keeping faith in the Tigers.

WHO’S HOT

Melbourne ($1.58)

Punters seemingly think that the Demons have turned the corner and are now a bankable team — 91 per cent of the market against the Saints has gone on Melbourne.

GWS Giants ($2.45)

An upset has been tipped in this one, with an amazing 85 per cent of the market going on the Giants to beat Hawthorn. As a result the Hawks have drifted from $1.50 to $1.55.

Essendon ($2.95)

In perhaps the strangest twist for the week, punters are backing Essendon to beat Carlton in the potential battle for the wooden spoon, with 71 per cent of the market going on the Bombers.


Punters say Carlton’s joy will be short-lived. Picture: Daniel Wilkins
WHO’S NOT

Western Bulldogs ($2.15)

It’s the battle for top spot but punters think injuries will finally catch up with the Bulldogs, with only 14 per cent of the market going on them. They have drifted from $1.95 to $2.15.

Richmond ($1.80)

They may be favourites, but punters have had enough of the Tigers — only 37 per cent of bets are on Richmond against Port Adelaide despite this game being played at the MCG.

West Coast ($1.12)

Despite being clear favourites punters are showing no interest in the Eagles, who hold 43 per cent of the market, instead having a look at Collingwood at a good price of $6.25.

WHAT THE?

At least on TAB punter is convinced the Tigers can turn around their season, this week punting $20 at $101 on Richmond to win the flag.

[PaulP]

EFC's latest recruiting was all about being able to field a competitive side in the short term. There's no question that on paper, they have more experience, more proven class, harder bodies etc.

How this translates on game day is anyone's guess, but on paper the favoritism is deserved.