I guess it depends on whether we think we can get value out of this years draft. Given the season we have just had, I assume we are looking to strengthen our squad moving forward.
So I figure we will be focussed on making moves that help us get better without undermining what we have.
The obvious gones are Maric and Yarran.
I think we will delist Elton, but beyond that it becomes a bit of a lottery.
Given our current gameplan, I don't see where Lennon fits unless we can see him (as suggested on here in other threads) transitioning into the midfield. He just doesn't look like the type of forward we need. Too big to be a small, not a KPP, and not hard enough to replace Caddy, Townsend or possibly Drummond. A reasonable trade offer, particularly if it is for a future draft pick (2018) should see us move him on.
Lloyd looks to have too many players in front of him, but he can play, so I don't think the club will do anything here unless we get a good offer.
I think Miles will go via trade. A shame, but I think he will want to go. I think the club would be happy for him to stay, but lack of opportunities will drive his decision.
Drummond stays for mine if his injuries are not showstoppers. I have seen very little of him, but what I have seen means he should be given a chance.
I'd keep Conca unless we get a great offer. He did show some signs early this season, and if he can keep the injuries at bay he will be a handy depth player if nothing else.
Hunt and Morris look to be on shaky ground. Think both are a fair way off playing in the AFL, and I'd probably look to bring in some younger players to fill their spots.
But the two names not yet discussed are Hampson and Menadue.
Hampson is a ruckman and not much more. I'd suggest he will be gone, given that we felt Grigg was a better back-up option in the ruck, and we need Nank's backup to be able to play at least reasonably well as a forward who can cover Jack in a pinch. That ain't Hampson at this stage. Would think we will be seriously looking for another ruckman in either the trade period or draft.
I can see us taking a good offer for Menadue, especially a reasonable pick in the 2018 draft. Just don't really see where he fits our team/gameplan.
