Jeff Garlett says his stint with Casey was the best thing for him
3:52pm Aug 6, 2018
Goodwin says Garlett remains a critical part of the team’s plans
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Enjoyed an excellent season – clearly one of the best of his career. He kicked a club-leading 42 goals, 16 more than the next best (Christian Petracca) and was a consistent threat as one of the AFL’s most damaging small forwards. His forward pressure makes defenders nervous and when he’s on the burst inside 50 he is difficult to stop.
Player honours: All-Australian nominee 2017; Melbourne leading goalkicker 2017.
Brownlow Medal: 2017 votes 2; career votes 9.
Previous AFL club: Carlton (2009-14: 107 games, 183 goals).
Draft history: 2009 Rookie Draft selection (Carlton) No. 6; 2010 NAB AFL Draft rookie elevation (Carlton) selection No. 85; 2014 NAB AFL Draft traded by Carlton for No. 60 (Clem Smith) and No. 71 (not utilised).
