Of course we lost a high quality player in Malceski, but we are far from desperate at HB. You never really quite replace someone like Mal, but McVeigh is not a bad one. Rampe has turned into a pretty good kick, although not in Mal territory quite yet, but could fill the role with his pace and daring. Rohan was a pretty good kick at one time, but has had some bad kicking moments last season. I think he should improve a lot next season.
Newman is good pick up and will certainly be a candidate for filling Mal's shoes. Rose may also fit the role as well, but is unlikely to play senior footy for a while. Even without Malceski, our core of medium defenders are pretty good.
The big thing for me is that we picked up 3 KPPs between the 2 drafts, because that was the only vulnerable area in the next few years that I envisage. Our midfield stocks are burgeoning and will only get stronger next year. I think Macca would have to move to HB anyway, just to make some space for another midfielder.
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