WoollyJumper Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 2 hours ago, The Scarlet Pimpernel said: Does this confirm we fans know nothing? Absolutely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninos Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 He's done a good job but we need to move forward and start blooding Rawson and/or the next up and coming Michael Keane as center halves and Christie / stabana at RB. Can't keep players who are just utility players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 17 hours ago, Paul71 said: Agree 100 %, if he is happy to be squad cover that is i guess. He might want to go somewhere where he can be guaranteed a first team place, i do suspect if we stay free of injuries his game time would be limited. He has been excellent when called upon this season at right back and now in centre of defence though. You would expect him to be looking for a two year deal with somebody if he can get it, from our point of view it would depend on us adding a centre half and a right back into the equation to replace him/ add strength to the squad in them areas, but no argument if he wanted a year extension but play time is in no way guaranteed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab a dab doo Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 I think I am one of many fan's who thought we would see Baird leave at the end of the season. His recent displays however have changed my mind. I also think he would be useful back-up to have next season. That said I think he will leave, as he will looking for regular football in the twilight of his career, something we will not be able to offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBB Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Good senior pro. Calms this down, doesn't mind doing simple things, which we need. Not all players have to be "game winners" through moments of individual brilliance and flair. Baird is a solid pro who will be a good influence on young players. I also love the fact that he doesn't listen to the crowd moaning to get it forward, run with it, shoot from 40 yards. He is prepared to do what needs to be done in a situation, regardless of wjat the experts think. Keep him here for another year at least Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodley Ram Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Give him the year, he has proven his use this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deanoakaram4life Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Too old for me. Good pro but at 35 it's time to move on, same with Bent unfortunately Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srg Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 In the most predictable post since Ronnie talking about Nige... Nope, too old. We need a squad refresh as it is, and keeping around bed blockers isn't the way forward. So as much as he's done this season to half change my opinion on him as a player, I'd rather we look to youth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igorwasking Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 You need a blend of old heads and youthful exuberance. I would keep Baird and Bent (if their wages are not astronomical). Then with the likes of Lowe, Hughes, Vydra, Christie and Ince as our younguns, we end up with a decent blend. Just need some players at their peak now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
europia Posted March 7, 2017 Share Posted March 7, 2017 Baird has always been a good pro, whenever serving club and country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuwtfly Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Not sure how many others were keeping an eye on Chris Baird last night, but I found his body language to be really telling. On a number of occasions, when he was in position, he got visibly angry/frustrated, waving his hands up and down, obviously annoyed with our players. Nobody was offering him anything, and he was letting them know. I personally like that. We need a few more voices trying to kick our under-performers into gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 16 minutes ago, Nuwtfly said: Not sure how many others were keeping an eye on Chris Baird last night, but I found his body language to be really telling. On a number of occasions, when he was in position, he got visibly angry/frustrated, waving his hands up and down, obviously annoyed with our players. Nobody was offering him anything, and he was letting them know. I personally like that. We need a few more voices trying to kick our under-performers into gear. Yep, he was up for it and played well. If he can be fit enough, another 12 months would be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We'll be back in 81 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I could see him as a back up to George Thorne because we cant expect George to play 50 games especially three games a week for a number of weeks in his first season back. He can head and tackle and can also pick a pass, he reads the game well and it would save a few million on a back up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsy1884 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I would rather have him as back up than Pearce. He is a CB only really. I think his legs have gone so he can't play at rb or cdm in my opinion. He is no john eustace. I would question the wage he is on though we may need some flexibility to bring is say Wisdom or a new defender. Anya is good enough cover for rb but we would need a new cb and cdm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Ram Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 On one hand yes keep him brilliant professional & been excellent however we have a lot of dead wood (not saying baird is dead wood but might have to go to free up wages) plus we should be aiming for better players than baird Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rammieib Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Back up to a new RB only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coneheadjohn Posted April 5, 2017 Author Share Posted April 5, 2017 I know I'm re visiting my own thread but I think he needs a shout. Great job again last night,first choice RB. Got to keep him.....surely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kash_a_ram_a_ding_dong Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Well worth a 12 month extension,he's been superb this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal is a Ram Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Got all the brain that Cyrus hasn't. Intelligent defender. If you stuck Cyrus' athleticism and Baird's brain together you'd have a bloody good defender at this level. Definitely worth another 12 months. Don't lose intelligence (unless you take a whack to the noggin.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted April 5, 2017 Share Posted April 5, 2017 Be rude not to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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