Battle told not to attend B and F

[66Iwasthere]

I wouldn’t put it past that smug group of ex Hawthorn players who are in and around the media, as well as people like Roughead, conniving to get Battle to change his mind at the last minute. Something just seems off.

[WellardSaint]

I wouldn’t put it past that smug group of ex Hawthorn players who are in and around the media, as well as people like Roughead, conniving to get Battle to change his mind at the last minute. Something just seems off.

After one of our games, it might have been vs Swans (the win) Fox Footy were talking to Judas (live cross) and after he finished, Dunstall said 'damn, he's a big boy, he'd look good in Hawk colours' and then said he has no knowledge nor control over contracts etc

[Jacks Back]

Which of our players would Battle play on next year? Membrey (if he stays)? Sharman? Who would win that battle (haha)?

[D.B.Cooper]

I was told last night by an AFL club official ( not St Kilda) the JB compensation is #8.

God I hope he is correct!

[chook23]

Battle " I totally accept and understood why they didn't want me at the Trevor Barker. I would have liked to have gone, but I was comfortable with their decision at the end of the day and we move on."

Battle stressed his decision to move to Hawthorn wasn't due to an issue at the Saints, with the Dandenong Stingrays product praising the impact of Lyon on his football and family.

"Ross knows how much respect I have for him. He has been a significant influence on not just my career, but on my life in the last few years," he said.

"He has been amazing for myself, my family, Casey and the kids. I'm super grateful that I've had the chance to be coached by someone like Ross Lyon."

[magnifisaint]

If he told the club he was staying and then at the last minute changed his mind, then I totally understand the clubs decision as he does. If the draft is as good as they say then I'm not unhappy with the compo the club got for him.

[ace]

What's the fuss, he is already wearing a Hawthorn jumper. He is yesterday's man.

[Sainter_Dad]

While in one hand it may sound petty, but there is likely more than one side to this story.

If players and staff alike are snubbing Battle, it may be more than just sour grapes. As good a player as Battle is, we aren’t losing a league top fiver.

Maybe there is discontent as to how Battle handled the negotiation process, what he told his peers compared to what transpired?

Maybe it’s warranted, maybe not.

All I know is that we’ve recently tried being the club of pleasant, cuddly men and that certainly hasn’t helped our brand.

Unofficially - as in I wont reveal my source - but it is close to the club.

Mad Monday, wives and partners were gathered - and Battles partner went off at another partner, Josh stepped in and 'assisted' the aggrieved 'WAGs' partner then also got involved. The subject was his leaving - but it turned hostile.

Josh was then asked not to attend the TBA

[saynta]

While in one hand it may sound petty, but there is likely more than one side to this story.

If players and staff alike are snubbing Battle, it may be more than just sour grapes. As good a player as Battle is, we aren’t losing a league top fiver.

Maybe there is discontent as to how Battle handled the negotiation process, what he told his peers compared to what transpired?

Maybe it’s warranted, maybe not.

All I know is that we’ve recently tried being the club of pleasant, cuddly men and that certainly hasn’t helped our brand.

Unofficially - as in I wont reveal my source - but it is close to the club.

Mad Monday, wives and partners were gathered - and Battles partner went off at another partner, Josh stepped in and 'assisted' the aggrieved 'WAGs' partner then also got involved. The subject was his leaving - but it turned hostile.

Josh was then asked not to attend the TBA

Sounds like there is a bit of truth in that. It actually makes sense.

[freely]

Apparently Battle was asked not to attend the Best and Fairest.

What are peoples thoughts on this.

Widely reported in the mainstream press.

Very disappointing Saints.

Why?

He obviously has just taken a huge dump in all his so called mates mouth.

No, he changed employers as he most likely believes there will be benefit to him and his family.

This is his job, nothing more nothing less.
He has the right to change employer at his discretion.

It’s no different to you changing saw mills Curly.

You’ve obviously never been part of a team.

You do sound like the me me me me type.

I dunno how anyone can start this conversation when lying Ross Lyon's coaching the team! It's a pathetic response from the club. We're being run by children.

[Nick DalSanto Claus]

While in one hand it may sound petty, but there is likely more than one side to this story.

If players and staff alike are snubbing Battle, it may be more than just sour grapes. As good a player as Battle is, we aren’t losing a league top fiver.

Maybe there is discontent as to how Battle handled the negotiation process, what he told his peers compared to what transpired?

Maybe it’s warranted, maybe not.

All I know is that we’ve recently tried being the club of pleasant, cuddly men and that certainly hasn’t helped our brand.

Unofficially - as in I wont reveal my source - but it is close to the club.

Mad Monday, wives and partners were gathered - and Battles partner went off at another partner, Josh stepped in and 'assisted' the aggrieved 'WAGs' partner then also got involved. The subject was his leaving - but it turned hostile.

Josh was then asked not to attend the TBA

Sounds plausible. WAGS will be WAGS and boys will be boys!

[66Iwasthere]

It doesn’t mean anything to us now, but I hope, for Josh’s sake, his relationship status is sound because it has certainly turned his life upside down.

[SaintPav]

I wish I was there to see the hair pulling.

[SaintPav]

While in one hand it may sound petty, but there is likely more than one side to this story.

If players and staff alike are snubbing Battle, it may be more than just sour grapes. As good a player as Battle is, we aren’t losing a league top fiver.

Maybe there is discontent as to how Battle handled the negotiation process, what he told his peers compared to what transpired?

Maybe it’s warranted, maybe not.

All I know is that we’ve recently tried being the club of pleasant, cuddly men and that certainly hasn’t helped our brand.

Unofficially - as in I wont reveal my source - but it is close to the club.

Mad Monday, wives and partners were gathered - and Battles partner went off at another partner, Josh stepped in and 'assisted' the aggrieved 'WAGs' partner then also got involved. The subject was his leaving - but it turned hostile.

Josh was then asked not to attend the TBA

Sounds plausible. WAGS will be WAGS and boys will be boys!

Two skanks having a crack - priceless.

[WellardSaint]

It doesn’t mean anything to us now, but I hope, for Josh’s sake, his relationship status is sound because it has certainly turned his life upside down.

i don't care.
Judas put out a video to Hawks fans saying how much he loves his childhood club.
Eff him and his toxic little bunny.
She makes Bec Judd look like Mother Teresa

[WellardSaint]

While in one hand it may sound petty, but there is likely more than one side to this story.

If players and staff alike are snubbing Battle, it may be more than just sour grapes. As good a player as Battle is, we aren’t losing a league top fiver.

Maybe there is discontent as to how Battle handled the negotiation process, what he told his peers compared to what transpired?

Maybe it’s warranted, maybe not.

All I know is that we’ve recently tried being the club of pleasant, cuddly men and that certainly hasn’t helped our brand.

Unofficially - as in I wont reveal my source - but it is close to the club.

Mad Monday, wives and partners were gathered - and Battles partner went off at another partner, Josh stepped in and 'assisted' the aggrieved 'WAGs' partner then also got involved. The subject was his leaving - but it turned hostile.

Josh was then asked not to attend the TBA

never been to a Mad Monday, but I always assumed it was boys only.
Since when do skanks get invited?

[Harvey To Hayes]

I dunno how anyone can start this conversation when lying Ross Lyon's coaching the team! It's a pathetic response from the club. We're being run by children.

Judging by some of the comments around here we’re being supported by idiots

[St Dave]

So cool seeing players partners referred to as skanks. Like looking back in time