Exodus 2016

pukunui

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Latest news: TSF posting regular (and sometimes curmudgeon) Crucial has joined the drift to the NH. Will be popping up in London in the next few days. Any posts in the meantime will be under the increasing influence of free airport lounge alcohol
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No big loss, that guy was a journeyman anyway. Him leaving will open the door for a more talented youngster to come through.

Crucial

There's no substitute for experience. 
At least I timed the trip over during the week off.

Billy Tell

I see Macilai is declaring at present for NZ.
 
Now that the enormous stumbling block to his aspirations that is Jonny McNicholl is leaving, he might get a chance to show more of his wares next season.
 
Savea, NMS, Naholo...
 
He has a bit of a battle on his hands.

taniwharugby

He has always said that, but was named in the Fijian RWC WTG last year, so I suspect he will play for them if they come knocking. He certainly needs a huge 2017 and a bit of luck if he was to force his way into AB reckoning. 
Blackadder just seems reluctant to play him, even when EFABJM wasn't in the rich form he is in.

Stargazer

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He has always said that, but was named in the Fijian RWC WTG last year, so I suspect he will play for them if they come knocking. He certainly needs a huge 2017 and a bit of luck if he was to force his way into AB reckoning. 
Blackadder just seems reluctant to play him, even when EFABJM wasn't in the rich form he is in.
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He was in the WTG for the June Series as well ...
 
I guess it depends in part on whether Julian Savea can deliver this year & maintain his fitness/weight/motivation, and whether Naholo and NMS stay healthy. I think there's certainly an opportunity for another wing, but there are other contenders for that 4th spot on the wing.

Stargazer

Taranaki player Codey Rei leaving for Japan (Kobe Steelers).
 
<a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/provincial/80939120/codey-rei-latest-to-wave-goodbye-to-taranaki'>http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/provincial/80939120/codey-rei-latest-to-wave-goodbye-to-taranaki</a>

Stargazer

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<a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/super-rugby/80166722/highlanders-resign-back-richard-buckman-to-super-rugby-for-two-more-years'>http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/super-rugby/80166722/highlanders-resign-back-richard-buckman-to-super-rugby-for-two-more-years</a>
 
Excellent! Still probably my favourite player!
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Buckman may be staying with the Highlanders, but he has also signed a contract with Panasonic Wild Knights. Confirmed by the club.
 
Anyone on the Fern able to translate this: <a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://panasonic.co.jp/sports/rugby/info/detail/2016/160609105231109/'>http://panasonic.co.jp/sports/rugby/info/detail/2016/160609105231109/</a> ? 
 
Would like to know what it says about Buckman and Hawke's Bay; and for how many years he has signed.

Stockcar86

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Buckman may be staying with the Highlanders, but he has also signed a contract with Panasonic Wild Knights. Confirmed by the club.
 
Anyone on the Fern able to translate this: <a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://panasonic.co.jp/sports/rugby/info/detail/2016/160609105231109/'>http://panasonic.co.jp/sports/rugby/info/detail/2016/160609105231109/</a> ?
 
Would like to know what it says about Buckman and Hawke's Bay; and for how many years he has signed.
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No contract period mentioned, but he will be missing the NPC to play as the Japan top league season starts early September

taniwharugby

seems they give this to a few of those as a reward for long service, but appears they usually only allow it for 1 season; Tamati Ellison, Josh Blackie and was a canes loosie too, Lilo?

Nepia

Buckman - dead to me.

gt12

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He said he was missing it with regret.. 
Because of the opportunity to play top league 
lol.

JayCee

"Charlie Faumuina reportedly heading to France"
 
"All Blacks and Blues prop Charlie Faumuina has signed with Toulouse and will join the club next year, according to a French newspaper.
Midi Olympique has reported the 29-year-old, who played his 34th test for the All Blacks in last weekend's 39-21 victory over Wales at Eden Park, will join the club after next year's Super Rugby season.
The newspaper said Faumuina would replace Manu Samoa prop Census Johnston, a player who has tread a fine line between club and country over the years."
 
<a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11656415'>http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11656415</a>

jauzy19

Hooker Quentin MacDonald (Blues) joins french club Oyonnax on a 2-year deal.
 
<a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.usorugby.com/quentin-macdonald-rejoint-lus-oyonnax-rugby/'>http://www.usorugby.com/quentin-macdonald-rejoint-lus-oyonnax-rugby/</a>

Billy Tell

I always thought MacDonald was a bit under-used. Decent enough hooker the times I saw him play.

taniwharugby

So Charlie to leave weeks after Lions....will that see him miss out?

Billy Tell

No. Hansen won't cut off his nice to spite his face. His job is to beat the lions not hand out punishments to players who sign to move overseas.

Frye

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So Charlie to leave weeks after Lions....will that see him miss out?</blockquote>
 
Victor Vito and Charlie Piutau would probably say yes.

Stargazer

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"Charlie Faumuina reportedly heading to France"
 
"All Blacks and Blues prop Charlie Faumuina has signed with Toulouse and will join the club next year, according to a French newspaper.
Midi Olympique has reported the 29-year-old, who played his 34th test for the All Blacks in last weekend's 39-21 victory over Wales at Eden Park, will join the club after next year's Super Rugby season.
The newspaper said Faumuina would replace Manu Samoa prop Census Johnston, a player who has tread a fine line between club and country over the years."
 
<a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11656415'>http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11656415</a>
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The Midi Olympique doesn't always get it right. I'd wait for an official announcement. Until then, this is just a rumour IMO.

Stargazer

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So Charlie to leave weeks after Lions....will that see him miss out?
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If Nepo Laulala is fit, yes, I think so.

Chris B.

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Hooker Quentin MacDonald (Blues) joins french club Oyonnax on a 2-year deal.
 
<a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.usorugby.com/quentin-macdonald-rejoint-lus-oyonnax-rugby/'>http://www.usorugby.com/quentin-macdonald-rejoint-lus-oyonnax-rugby/</a>
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Mako$ suddenly leaking stalwarts - Banks, Wheeler, MacDonald.
 
Quentin had a serious knee injury and never seemed quite the same player after he came back - especially with ball in hand.

The Silver Fern

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