Edward
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So as a rule it would only work if a player has another club to go to? I doubt Lawrie or Fifita will get picked up by another club in the NRL and Eisenhuth will retire.
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jodragon40
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News that Tigers are looking at Glover to replace Galvin? Surely not
RedVictory
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Wouldn’t be a like for like replacement. They’d obviously be eyeing others eg Reynolds.
Mug Fan
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I would say that is manager talk, getting his name out there.
He's also got CST & Suli along with a few other lower names/older players.
Crown Sports International, 9 players
- Damien Cook (Rich List, $700,000)
- Luciano Leiua (Rich List, $900,000)
- Moses Suli
- Jacob Halangahu
- Ben Murdoch-Masila
- Viliami Fifita
- Finau Latu
- Sione Finau
- Cyrus-Stanley Traill
Ryan
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Luciano is on 900K a year? Unbelievable! One of the most overpaid players in the competition.
Illusion
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Yep doesn't do a lot ........ Not sure he is being utilised properly by the coach ......... ?
Mug Fan
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It's more like 700-750k.
Mug Fan
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Hard-working Dragons forward Tom Eisenhuth is set to retire from rugby league, effective immediately.
The 32-year-old played every game for the Dragons last season and was among the club's most consistent players in a disappointing year.
But this year, a series of injuries, including a concussion in the trials, have made it difficult for the former Junior Kangaroos forward and he is expected to formally announce his decision to hang up the boots in the next 24 hours.
He is held in high regard within the Dragons ranks and is hopeful of getting a coaching or junior development role at the club
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The 32-year-old played every game for the Dragons last season and was among the club's most consistent players in a disappointing year.
But this year, a series of injuries, including a concussion in the trials, have made it difficult for the former Junior Kangaroos forward and he is expected to formally announce his decision to hang up the boots in the next 24 hours.
He is held in high regard within the Dragons ranks and is hopeful of getting a coaching or junior development role at the club
Dragons forward forced into sad early retirement
After rollercoaster 13-year journey
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Eric
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I wish him well in what he does from now. Hopefully make a full recovery from his health issues.Hard-working Dragons forward Tom Eisenhuth is set to retire from rugby league, effective immediately.
The 32-year-old played every game for the Dragons last season and was among the club's most consistent players in a disappointing year.
But this year, a series of injuries, including a concussion in the trials, have made it difficult for the former Junior Kangaroos forward and he is expected to formally announce his decision to hang up the boots in the next 24 hours.
Dragons forward forced into sad early retirement
After rollercoaster 13-year journey
Unfortunately could see it coming after that nasty knock in ressies. Obviously a shitty situation to be in but glad he and the club are prioritising his health and hope he recovers well from it all.Hard-working Dragons forward Tom Eisenhuth is set to retire from rugby league, effective immediately.
The 32-year-old played every game for the Dragons last season and was among the club's most consistent players in a disappointing year.
But this year, a series of injuries, including a concussion in the trials, have made it difficult for the former Junior Kangaroos forward and he is expected to formally announce his decision to hang up the boots in the next 24 hours.
He is held in high regard within the Dragons ranks and is hopeful of getting a coaching or junior development role at the club
Dragons forward forced into sad early retirement
After rollercoaster 13-year journey
AyiosYiorgos
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With Tom set to retire gives us 2 spots in the top30, i think Lawson will be elevated into one spot i assume and we will chase another forward.
Dragons Chris
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Glad its finally been resolved.
TheRev
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Tapau seems like the only first grader available who would be open to a 6mth contract, unless we have someone higher up the food chain who is agitating.
We obviously need to improve the 2026 roster, but we are in some strife atm with our 2025 props.
We obviously need to improve the 2026 roster, but we are in some strife atm with our 2025 props.
AyiosYiorgos
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I think we aim for higher, with that David Riccio article saying we have $$$, i think we have thrown the line out to see what we can hook, with Tapau, he would be on the bottom of the list, if we cant get anyone of note, we offer Tapau contract for the rest of the year, if SF wants to go down that track..
TheRev
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I so agree in principle.. we keep settling and it keeps creating problems down the track... though we could in theory buy both now that Tom is retiring.. but maybe he wants a spot for Lawson too..
Either way only a month to go if were gonna get a deal done.. could end up with none of em..
Illusion
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Hey guys and gals , has anyone kept tabs on Ilias ........ ? How's he going ....... ? Should coach give him another shot , that's what he came over for be our 7 ...... Is he playing well ...... ? Any feedback would be appreciated .........
Edward
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I haven't but read here he's been just ok. Though the results for reserve grade since he was demoted are better than ok.
My take is hes been better defensively than his last couple of games in 1st grade (which you would expect anyway), but has still been out shined by Glover in attack for the most part. His support play has netted him some tries and his kicking has been ok, but wouldnt say hes getting re-called anytime soon until he's got his confidence up or something forces a change.