Tristan Xerri

[MC Gusto]

From BF not sure of original source

A young Roo is the latest name on the ruck merry-go-round as big men become the focus of this year’s trade period

Tristan Xerri is the newest name on the ruck merry-go-round as the potential implications begin from Tiger Callum Coleman-Jones’ impending arrival at North Melbourne.

St Kilda is on the hunt for a younger ruckman to partner Rowan Marshall beyond next year, which looms as veteran big man Paddy Ryder’s last in the AFL.

It’s understood the Saints have honed in on contracted Kangaroo Xerri after also showing interest in Western Bulldog Jordon Sweet, who remains without a contract for 2022 and is linked to West Coast.

The Bulldogs have made Sweet an offer to stay, but he was overlooked in the finals for Lewis Young, who has since requested a trade to Carlton.

North Melbourne would have to be willing to trade Xerri, who isn’t out of contract until the end of next year.

He averaged 21.5 disposals, 15.5 contested possessions, 5.5 clearances and 26.2 hit-outs in six VFL games this year, but played only eight matches at senior level, all in the second half of the season.

Todd Goldstein remains the clear No. 1 ruck option at the Roos but turns 34 next year, when his three-year contract expires.

Tom Campbell kept 201cm Xerri out of the side up until Round 13 while serving as Goldstein’s deputy.

North has identified Coleman-Jones as Goldstein’s ruck successor and convinced him to cross to Arden St, with a trade set to be brokered with Richmond before Wednesday week.

But that would leave Xerri, 22, third in line in the ruck at the Kangaroos as he enters his fifth season at AFL level.

Several other clubs, including Hawthorn, the Bulldogs, Brisbane, Sydney and even Geelong, are also surveying the ruck market.

[SaintPav]

WTF. Lewis Young to Carlton?

Seriously.

[Mr Magic]

WTF. Lewis Young to Carlton?

Seriously.

The salary cap obviously doesn’t apply to them

[magnifisaint]

Why does every man and his dog want to go to Carlton??

[Ghost Like]

Why does every man and his dog want to go to Carlton??

They think they are filming The Recruit.

[Impatient Sainter]

Xerri would be a cheaper option than Ladhams as he hasnt had much of a run at it at North. Only 4 games since recruited, but he is 22 to and a good size.

[bangaulegend]

Xerri would be a cheaper option than Ladhams and probably has nearly as much potential. He hasnt had much of a run at North.

Is there a reason for that? I have never heard of this bloke so excuse my ignorance

[Impatient Sainter]

Xerri would be a cheaper option than Ladhams and probably has nearly as much potential. He hasnt had much of a run at North.

Is there a reason for that? I have never heard of this bloke so excuse my ignorance

We cant afford to spend huge $$$ on a back up ruckman, I think it's a good move if the club think he has some potential.

He averaged 20 disposals and 28 hitouts per game in the VFL this year. Has to be an upgrade on Hunter.

https://vfl.aflmstats.com/player/Tristan_Xerri

[BackFromUSA]

Very talented ruckman. Excellent body use. Very nice palming. Good mark. Has mobility and mongrel. North have only used him as a forward relieving Goldy when he rests and only for 8 games this year. But the guy is a pure ruckman and would be the perfect long time foil for Marshall. Toughest part of getting him is going to be convincing him that he should leave North as he grew up a North supporter. North also would be planning post Goldy so I doubt they would trade him and he is under contract. As we need all our picks - it would have to be a player swap. Battle would fit their needs. Just saying. I love Battle but Membrey / Sharman at one end and Highmore looks like he is earmarked for CHB and McKenzie has taken his wing.

[ausfatcat]

We cant afford to spend huge $$$ on a back up ruckman, I think it's a good move of the club think he has some potential.

He was the third option Ruckman for the team that finished bottom of the ladder and just picked up anther Ruckman as well. So now the fourth option ruckman?

[B.M]

StK need a very good back up ruckman in 2023 for Marshall

Marshall 8/10 ruckman
5/10 forward

We need a guy who can play forward and ruck to partner Marshall
Preferably someone Mobile
Which is why I was keen on Chol

Or

An elite tap ruckman

Xerri would be a Paul Hunter replacement

[Teflon]

StK need a very good back up ruckman in 2023 for Marshall

Marshall 8/10 ruckman
5/10 forward

We need a guy who can play forward and ruck to partner Marshall
Preferably someone Mobile
Which is why I was keen on Chol

Or

An elite tap ruckman

Xerri would be a Paul Hunter replacement

From Nth fans he ain’t great up forward
Pure Mumford type ruck - tackles to hurt type, clears space at the ball drop but is cheap ...

[Impatient Sainter]

StK need a very good back up ruckman in 2023 for Marshall

Marshall 8/10 ruckman
5/10 forward

We need a guy who can play forward and ruck to partner Marshall
Preferably someone Mobile
Which is why I was keen on Chol

Or

An elite tap ruckman

Xerri would be a Paul Hunter replacement

From Nth fans he ain’t great up forward
Pure Mumford type ruck - tackles to hurt type, clears space at the ball drop but is cheap ...

There are only probably 12-16 ruckman in the entire country who are dangerous when resting forward. Looking forward when Ryder retires, Id be happy to have a capable ruckman whilst Marshall can play the majority of the forward role if needed.

[B.M]

I reckon Marshall would be wasted if he deployed majority forward

He is a capable forward, but that’s it

He is bordering on elite as a ruckman!

After Ryder finishes up, Marshall should be #1 IMO

And a suitable back up

[Sanctorum]

Very talented ruckman. Excellent body use. Very nice palming. Good mark. Has mobility and mongrel. North have only used him as a forward relieving Goldy when he rests and only for 8 games this year. But the guy is a pure ruckman and would be the perfect long time foil for Marshall. Toughest part of getting him is going to be convincing him that he should leave North as he grew up a North supporter. North also would be planning post Goldy so I doubt they would trade him and he is under contract. As we need all our picks - it would have to be a player swap. Battle would fit their needs. Just saying. I love Battle but Membrey / Sharman at one end and Highmore looks like he is earmarked for CHB and McKenzie has taken his wing.

Xerri's skills as a tap ruckman look quite good on Youtube and he may well be pissed off by news that North are trying to bring Richmond's Coleman-Jones over to succeed Goldstein.

On the other hand you have to wonder why North would want Coleman-Jones if Xerri was any good!

Either way, you have to trust the judgment of St Kilda's List Manager to make the right call and it's interesting to have confirmation that recruiting a young established ruckman is a priority.

[Wayne42]

How does the club pay North for Xerri, give away a future pick, as per usual.

[Beno88]

Why does every man and his dog want to go to Carlton??

I'd take a job where I get overpaid for underperforming with the guarantee of Septembers off.

[Wayne42]

Why does every man and his dog want to go to Carlton??

I'd take a job where I get overpaid for underperforming with the guarantee of Septembers off.

[George27]

Why does every man and his dog want to go to Carlton??

They think they are filming The Recruit.

Great line , GL ! That gig was clearly the highlight of Vossy’s coaching career to date.

[Banger9798]

If they get Cerra, Hewett and Lewis this year - there needs to be an inquest.

Carltons list is as good as ours (at least) as it stands without factoring in those inclusions.

I hope we are still in the window for Ladhams. He is 23 and looks very promising.

[damienc]

If they get Cerra, Hewett and Lewis this year - there needs to be an inquest.

Carltons list is as good as ours (at least) as it stands without factoring in those inclusions.

I hope we are still in the window for Ladhams. He is 23 and looks very promising.

I think you will find he is Sydney bound.

[Impatient Sainter]

I reckon Marshall would be wasted if he deployed majority forward

He is a capable forward, but that’s it

He is bordering on elite as a ruckman!

After Ryder finishes up, Marshall should be #1 IMO

And a suitable back up

Agreed if we get Bing next year it wont be a problem as one of the Kings can give Marshall a chop out in the ruck. It was mainly next season I was thinking about if Ryder is out injured for any length of time.

[Impatient Sainter]

St Kilda are set to land a deal for North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri.
- Tom Browne, Channel 7

[Laurie]

I'd take a job where I get overpaid for underperforming with the guarantee of Septembers off.

We already have enough of these players at St.Kilda

[Yorkeys]

Cost?

Ben Long and Luke D?