Trade Wrap

Collingwood’s 2018 Draft Picks: 41, 44, 51, 56, 57, 93
IN: Dayne Beams (ex Brisbane) Jordan Roughead (ex Footscray) picks 41, 44, 57
Out: Alex Fasolo (Carlton bound)
2019 first-round picks: 18, 56, 75

Magpies’ List Manager Ned Guy:
When working through it with Brisbane, we knew that we weren’t going to get Dayne (Beams) for nothing. We knew we were going to have to come up with something that was going to satisfy their needs, but we also had a key focus on the future and a big part of that was making sure we brought back some picks for the draft coming up next month. A big part for us was making sure we got those picks back from Brisbane to ensure we have a stronger draft hand than we would have had we not....We couldn’t be happier with the list we have and to achieve what we have achieved so far this year. To be able to add some depth through a midfield that is really strong; we’ve only strengthened it tonight. With Jordan (Roughead), he can come in and play multiple roles for us, so we think we’re in better shape for 2019 than we were 24 hours ago.

Gary Buckenara (Herald Sun):
Dayne Beams is a huge get for Collingwood and gives this club probably the best midfield in the competition. They did pay overs but at the end of the day when you’re committed to bringing a player into your footy club, you need to get the deal done. The Pies also got some picks back, which will allow them to hopefully secure next generation academy player Isaac Quaynor and father-son Will Kelly — both very highly-rated young players. Jordan Roughead is a shrewd pick-up. He provides depth as a key defender, in the ruck and as a key forward — he’s a good utility type who can play a variety of roles. The list really needed that type of player and to get him so cheaply, for pick No.75, is great value. The Pies also managed to re-sign Darcy Moore and Tom Langdon, which was also a huge win. So they haven’t lost any players but improved the list with Beams and Roughead — big tick.

Dayne Beams:
I was honest as I could be with them (Brisbane) ... I let them know that in two years time that I wouldn't sign another contract and I would be coming back to Melbourne. I wanted this to work for both parties but my preference was to get back to Melbourne as soon as possible.... I always used to say to my dad that I'd end up finishing my career at Collingwood. My heart has always been at the Pies, but four years ago the circumstances were that I needed to get back to Brisbane to be with my dad. I can't thank both clubs enough for allowing me that opportunity.