zoneman wrote:
For those of you who may not be aware, I am a big fan of the 1945 team.
Now, how is this for a comparison? A long bow, yes, but I thought it worth a mention ....
As per my signature, Carlton in 1945 lost their first three games. In 2008, Carlton lost their first three games.
After Round 14 in 1945, Carlton were 7 wins and seven losses. In 2008, after Round 14, Carlton are 7 wins and 7 losses.
Who won the GF in 1945? Yes, that's right - Carlton!
All we need now is a war, use of our home ground as the venue for the GF (hey, that's technically the MCG) and twelve teams in the comp!
Giddyup!
were going to struggle to make the 4 from here.
Im a big fan of the 1991 team, we were 7-7, then finished 8-14. Oh well I guess im just a sucker for the under-achiever.
In all seriousness (if you could believe the above wasnt sincere) I compare our side to the 1999 team. I think we are about similar standard, no one really rates us too much, but we got lucky with a few things in 1999 and made a Grand Final!
Mind you because of that, the finals system was replaced to stop sides doing what we did!