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Re: Gareth O'Brien signing

Post by Swagger » 10 Aug 2020, 20:04

jackknife wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 20:03
Fumper27 wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 19:56
gateman wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 19:52 as anyone any knowledge if he is cup-tied ??
Technically, yes because he played for TWP against Huddersfield. However, that game never really took place given the result has been expunged!!!

Let’s see what the RFL make of this one....
It sort of counted as Huddersfield are now out of the cup.
Exactly this. The result stood so I guessing he won't be able to play.

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Post by jackknife » 10 Aug 2020, 20:11

The rfl have put something in place for signing Toronto players whether thats not counting on salary cap, quota or cup tied i dont know.
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Post by gateman » 10 Aug 2020, 20:44

I hope he can play in the CC people seem to think its not worth anything dont count me in on that one

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Post by SuffolkTiger » 10 Aug 2020, 23:19

nottinghamtiger wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 16:07
westerbeast73 wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 14:11
Fumper27 wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 14:06
westerbeast73 wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 13:27
Fumper27 wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 13:12

So predictable.

Read it back my friend. What I posted was what I had been told, in good faith. I never claimed that it would or wouldn’t happen, unlike some, who said the deal would be announced back in June.

Also, how were you shot down “months ago”. You’ve only been a member in the forum for three weeks or so 🧐🧐🧐
Fumper you change your tune more than I change my forum profile.
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However, one last time for you:
Fumper27 wrote: 02 Aug 2020, 19:33 From a source I trust:

Salford wanted £15,000 for Evalds, Cas refused
This has since reduced to £5,000, Cas again refused
My source thinks that Evalds will be a Cas player for the rest of the 2020 season, within the next two weeks.
Kane Evans was almost a done deal before lockdown but not too sure now if it’s still on the table due to finances
Please tell me where I said he was coming?

I was merely relying information I thought would be best shared on here.

Unlike you who made various claims, none of which have come true. You even went as far as creating a new profile on this forum.

PS Gareth O Brien confirmed
Be careful what you spout on here, you have no proof to back up your comments. I'll have you for deformation of character if you keep on with your allegations.
I think one internet alias taking legal action against another internet alias on the basis of defamation (not deformation) would be a fantastic legal first.
I’ll represent either or both of you for free, but only using my alias (obviously). We’ll all hide behind screens in court for a bit more fun!
Deformation....! That's genuine laugh out loud stuff. Made my day.

A certain poster needs to go and have a sit down somewhere quiet.

Solid signing. It won't right the wrongs of Saturday though.....

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Post by heritage1926 » 11 Aug 2020, 08:39

gateman wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 20:44 I hope he can play in the CC people seem to think its not worth anything dont count me in on that one
I'm in the same boat mate. I would happily take a CC win, under any circumstances! You could argue that this year is the best time to win it, every team has to look at how they manage their squads with games coming thick and fast. Depends how clubs want to prioritise the competitions.

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Post by heritage1926 » 11 Aug 2020, 08:42

jackknife wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 19:50
heritage1926 wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 10:46
Scoopage wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 10:31 Happy with the signing.maybe we will look to keep him for the following season as fullback halfback cover?
He's an out and out fullback now. He fell out with McDermott for not playing him at FB. He'd be a costly back up for FB.
Hes played most his career at half back n only when he went to Salford did he start playing full back.
Hense why i said he's an out and out fullback now. Him and BM fell out because of it.

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Post by Tamworth Tiger » 11 Aug 2020, 08:59

He may have to be a little less picky in the new world we find ourselves in if he wants to stay in the top flight

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Post by Swagger » 11 Aug 2020, 09:30

No reason we shouldn't try extend him next season.

Would be great cover for FB and the halves. A little small but could probably cover wing and centre spots too.

All around versatile and a decent player as well. Not scared to run at line and take a knock.

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Post by Oldcasman » 11 Aug 2020, 12:30

gateman wrote: 10 Aug 2020, 20:44 I hope he can play in the CC people seem to think its not worth anything dont count me in on that one
Nor me I still think the cc is the one to win

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Post by stevieblunder » 11 Aug 2020, 15:19

Any news/sightings of O'Brien training with the squad this week.???
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Post by old cas lass » 11 Aug 2020, 15:37

stevieblunder wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 15:19 Any news/sightings of O'Brien training with the squad this week.???
I think he’ll have to wait for his Covid test first before he can join up with the squad.

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Post by flood light tiger » 11 Aug 2020, 16:28

If they move to get him within 36hrs I would have got his test Monday and then he would have results by Tuesday or Wednesday then get him in for Sunday
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Post by Fumper27 » 11 Aug 2020, 17:25

flood light tiger wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 16:28 If they move to get him within 36hrs I would have got his test Monday and then he would have results by Tuesday or Wednesday then get him in for Sunday
I had throat and nose swabs done. Got results the same day.

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Post by lurcher » 11 Aug 2020, 17:34

Fumper27 wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 17:25
flood light tiger wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 16:28 If they move to get him within 36hrs I would have got his test Monday and then he would have results by Tuesday or Wednesday then get him in for Sunday
I had throat and nose swabs done. Got results the same day.
how long are those swab sticks?
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Post by old cas lass » 11 Aug 2020, 17:37

lurcher wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 17:34
Fumper27 wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 17:25
flood light tiger wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 16:28 If they move to get him within 36hrs I would have got his test Monday and then he would have results by Tuesday or Wednesday then get him in for Sunday
I had throat and nose swabs done. Got results the same day.
how long are those swab sticks?
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Post by HuddsTigers » 11 Aug 2020, 18:16

flood light tiger wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 16:28 If they move to get him within 36hrs I would have got his test Monday and then he would have results by Tuesday or Wednesday then get him in for Sunday
I believe they have to go through a series of Return ti Training protocols over a 10 day period or so. Not just one test.
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Post by Tigersbarmy » 11 Aug 2020, 19:06

Had his tests yesterday , if postive be back in Thursday in training

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Post by nottinghamtiger » 11 Aug 2020, 19:35

Tigersbarmy wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 19:06 Had his tests yesterday , if postive be back in Thursday in training
I doubt that!

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Post by old cas lass » 11 Aug 2020, 19:40

Tigersbarmy wrote: 11 Aug 2020, 19:06 Had his tests yesterday , if postive be back in Thursday in training
You mean negative.

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Re: Gareth O'Brien signing

Post by casjunction » 11 Aug 2020, 19:56

Not for the first time has a poster got the wrong end of the swab!

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