Theres an <a href="http://www.afl.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/208/newsid/73538/default.aspx">interesting article[/url] over on afl.com.au at the moment, detailing Assistant Coach, Barry Mitchells take on the Fremantle list.

As we all know, your lower end teams are where you can find a lot of value. So heres a few things in particular that stood out.

<blockquote>Hayden Ballantyne
Had to have an operation on his wrist, so while his improvement from thats been a bit slower than wed hoped we still think he can play in the early rounds.

Paul Hasleby
Coming back off that knee were really pleased with how hes gone. Hes played a bit off half-back and the wing, but hell start moving into the midfield now.

Stephen Hill
Hes a natural player. Hes got good skills and he tackles well. Hes slightly-built but were really pleased with what we got with Stephen. Right in the mix for round one.

David Mundy
Hes been very impressive this whole pre-season. I dont think hes missed anything and hes a very smart user of the ball. Hell play predominantly midfield for us this year.

Matthew Pavlich
Hes had a couple of little hiccups early on, but hes got through most of the work and I think hes just ready to get started. Will rotate between the forward line and push midfield when needed.

Aaron Sandilands
Hes trained really well and hes obviously so important to us. Hell develop his forward game, just depending how often he goes down there, because he will spend most of his time in the ruck

Nick Suban
Played our last three games and did some nice things – really used the ball well. We hope that he can get some games, but hes just a kid playing against guys that have done four or five pre-seasons.

Chris Tarrant
Hes played well defensively for us and then been able to push forward and kick goals too, so its interchangeable with Chris. With his speed we think hes still a chance to play defence

Greg Broughton
Hes a competitive kid, hes tough, and hes developing quite well in the backline and playing his role. I think of all the rookies hes probably the furthest along.

Matt de Boer
Tackles really well and attacks the ball, so Matts a pleasing pick up for us. Hed be right up with Broughton as the most advanced rookie.</blockquote>

Check out the rest of afl.com.aus <a href="http://www.afl.com.au/news/2009listassessments/tabid/14061/default.aspx">content[/url] on list assessments.

It makes for some very compelling reading.