Outgoing AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has labelled Chris Scott and Ross Lyon’s criticism of the league’s concessions to North Melbourne “disingenuous”, standing by the suite of picks given to the embattled side.
The Kangaroos were given three end of first-round draft picks over the next two seasons and a continuation of two extra rookie spots on the side’s list.
“It is manipulation. There’s compromises everywhere. Chris has been the beneficiary of father-son for years. Ross - Mitch Owens and Marcus Windhager are Academy picks,” McLachlan said.“There’s compromises throughout the system and it’s absolutely true. Be fair about it. There are compromises. “They are a laggard. For the benefit of all of the competition, we want North Melbourne to be able to compete.
Despite this, McLachlan confirmed on Tuesday night the Roos could trade those picks out before next year and not be penalised if they improve next year.“The point is right now they’ve had a very poor season again. If they actually are able to then use them and get them out of there and help them improve then great. They’re there to be used,” he said.
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