Stefan Martin has been traded to the Western Bulldogs, he has played 190 career games including 133 games at Brisbane.
“We wanted to bring in an experienced ruckman this off-season to bolster our squad and Stef certainly fits that description.”
“We’re also excited by the prospect of him working with our emerging ruckmen, Tim English and Jordon Sweet, to help them develop into the best players they can be.” Bulldogs GM of List and Recruiting Sam Power.
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“In thanking Stef, we all think of his total contribution to our club over the years he has been here and the absolute and total professionalism he has not only displayed himself, but embedded through our playing group’’ Lions GM of Football David Noble.
Martin (Age: 33) averaged 7.3 Disposals, 1.0 Mark, 2.4 Tackles & 17.1 Hit Outs from 8 games at the Lions in 2020, he has played in 87.4% of games since the beginning of the 2017 H&A season.
TRADE DETAILS
Western Bulldogs Receive
Stefan Martin
Nth Melbourne Receive
Lachie Young, Pick 70
Brisbane Receive
Pick 63
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AFL FANTASY TAKE
Stefan Martin averaged 47.3pts from 8 games in 2020 for Brisbane, he scored a season high 65pts in the Qualifying Final against Richmond.
Martin moves to the Bulldogs to provide ruck support for Tim English & help develop Jordon Sweet, with no clear No.1 ruck role the fantasy potential could be limited or volatile for Martin in 2021.
Martin in a pass in AFL Fantasy classic & draft.
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