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After an even first few minutes, We pretty much bossed it. Good to see 7 of the new guys, 5 starting and 2 coming on. Ridgers had little to do so can't comment on him. Seedorf was a stand out at right back. Was quieter when moved into midfield late on. With Raven on bench, probably confirms he is one the club may be happy to see move on. Calder looked promising at left back, and will be useful cover when Tremarco returns. No complaints about Warren or Mckay with Warren taking his goals well. Elsdon looked OK also when he came on. In midfield, Vigurs was good in the deep role. Draper was busy as usual and pretty commanding. Mulraney's pace was troublesome all day, and he was subject of some rough challenges. A consistent end product remains elusive. Polworth was disappointing. Did not see enough of Chalmers to judge after he came on, and it was a very harsh booking. Up front, Baird was busy and looked promising, whilst Oakley was quieter but got off the mark. For me, Seedorf was the pick, then Vigurs and Warren. Early days but an encouraging start, and a few more goals would not have flattered us.

It is just one more, or Fon Williams and two? Gary Warren perhaps?

Full squad now there. New signings showing squad number 0, those from last season showing last season's numbers, so one step forward but not really helpful yet. 25 listed, including 5 'keepers.

Anyone brave enough to predict the team for tomorrow? When at the ground this afternoon to collect my ticket, Ryan Esson and Aaron Doran were leaving, looking fit and happy. Is Doran fit to play yet?

Sorry to see Iain go, he was a great ambassador for the club. I'm no fan of the press (sorry Charles!) but I hope he has a great career at the P&J.

The squad list on the club website only has the seven new players listed, all showing squad number 0, so no hints there!

The rumours are getting stronger, I suggest we all watch this space!

Cheers!

Sorry if I have missed it, but have we worked out how the fans ranked the players overall last season. Ancient history now, I know, but just curious! For what it's worth, and not allowing for game time, my choice would be: Tremarco Fisher (but lack of game time will have scuppered that!) Draper

Any word about Cammy Mackay? Last I heard the club were speaking to him but that was a while ago. I thought this could be his breakthrough season, but perhaps not.

That's me signed up again. Tough start but here's to a good one!

I'd decided I would renew, but not until the 23rd but this is good news and hopefully a sign of a Board that wants to engage with the loyal fan base.

Doran freed?

Sorry to lose Fsher, but I wish him every success at Motherwell. Just hope we see him back at the stadium in 2018/19 for a top league game....

If the out of contract players have not been spoken to, it is inevitable they will move on. Hopefully the club is speaking to those who want to stay and who can contribute, so possibly discussions have started with a Meekings? Time will tell.

I also feel sorry for him and hope he finds a future role in the game. A great servant to the club, and a shame things did not work out as Manager. Hopefully everyone respects that and, as when Kenny Cameron stepped down, we remember the good times. That said, whether it was the club's decision of his, it is the right one. Thanks for the memories Richie, a shame last season did not work out, but all the best!!

Just think, the same Saturday two years ago, just 104 weeks, was our moment! Sitting in the Hampden stand, less than 15 minutes from kick off. A tremendous occasion and match, which we won the hard way. Great memory, we can only hope for more in the future. My football highlight!

Or there may be negotiations with individuals taking place that cannot result in a public statement of any kind until fully resolved.

I don't doubt he did, but he was used erratically in differing systems rather than in a consistent role in a consistent formation.

Answers welcome, even on a postcard!

Reading the STV website, the "2 or 3" did not include the starting 11. I'm gutted. 9 points out of 12 shows what we should have been capable of, but too little too late. With 5350 there today, that must have been 5000 home fans: highest since Astra? If only we could get that week out n week out! When Hammer Lyon went ahead, the atmosphere flattened, inevitably. I read Tansey got stick when the players came back out after the game. I'd gone by then, but if that is true, it is a disgrace and those jeering him should be ashamed. To the game, poor first half, but came alight with the three quick goals. When the MOM goes live, my picks will be Fisher, Tansey and Laing. A sad day, if a tear in my eye at full time, but hopefully the club structure and key personalities are decided quickly so there insolently time for rebuilding.

Of the regular squad this season ignoring those on loan: Goalies: Fon Williams will presumably move on, Esson can stay as back up, give Mackay a chance as first choice, retain Hoban. Defenders: Meekings will presumably move on, retain Raven, Tremarco, Warren and Laing as first picks if they want to stay, with Mckay as back up. Retain McNaughton too if affordable. Midfielders: Suspect Draper will move on and Polworth probably will too (may be the best for him and the team I hate to say). I'd retain Vigurs and Doran if affordable, but not convinced about Mulraney. Forwards: We must do all we can to retain Fisher. I'd retain Boden and Ebbe to see what they can do. That gives a starting line up of: Mackay Raven, Warren, Laing, Tremarco Vigurs, Doran, ??, ?? Fisher, Boden so midfield could be the priority this close season depending on the quality of our youngsters. I gather Andrew MacRae is one for the future, so may be worth trying along with Jason Brown. No doubt the above will differ greatly from what happens in practice!

I supported Fisher in the 'Fish v Walrus" debate earlier in the season and accept he has howlers but what striker doesn't! I had left before the players came back out, but if Tansey got stick, that is a disgrace and those involved should be ashamed of themselves. A very sad day, but probably inevitable for some time. As for the game, great to have 5000 home fans, highest since Astra game? If only we could get that every game! Poor first half and probably lucky to go in 0-0. There was flatness when word went round about the Hamilton score. Better second half, and to score 3 in 4 minutes at least meant there was some satisfaction on the sad day. When the MOM opens, I will go with Fisher, Laing and Tansey. I hope Fisher stays and becomes a target man. He and Boden could serve us well next season. Laing has grown on me, and is comfortable on the ball. What will change? Out of our hands, but we need decisiveness as we must hit the ground running next season with both playing and backroom staff or it will be another tough one. Bad apples? No idea, but the quote on the STV website implies it does not include any of the starting 11. Im in section D in the main stand, so in front of the Board. players sitting behind me included Fon Williams, Tremarco (still on crutches), Meekings, Ebbe and King. I didn't see Doran but he may have been there too. Gutted after the Eason, but I will be back to support whoever we have next season.

Definitely. C'mon the fans also, be the 12th man!!

No matter what happens, let's show our appreciation to the players at full time. If we are down and many depart, we must show our appreciation for the cup runs, cup final win, top six finishes and the European foray. Even with the disappointment of this season, guys like Raven, Warren, Draper and Tansey deserve that from us all! Come on Caley Thistle!!