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Post by wallywalters on Jan 27, 2023 12:18:56 GMT
Quick read of the Blackpool forums say he's decent in league one but always injured and hasn't been the same since a serious injury sustained. So in short another gamble then.
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Post by RD on Jan 27, 2023 12:25:47 GMT
The injury problems sound like a worry. If they aren't he should be a good signing.
Most interesting part is yet another comment about "exciting times for the club off the pitch".
I really do think we'll get a stadium announcement shortly - think the silence regarding it is actually a promising sign and quite a few similar comments from players/staff now. Would also explain the outspoken reluctance to do anything to the Mem.
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Post by Dirt Dogg on Jan 27, 2023 12:28:04 GMT
Fruit Market all but confirmed then, Premier League in 5 years minimum I’d say.
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Post by purdownpoacher1 on Jan 27, 2023 12:28:51 GMT
The injury problems sound like a worry. If they aren't he should be a good signing. Most interesting part is yet another comment about "exciting times for the club off the pitch". I really do think we'll get a stadium announcement shortly - think the silence regarding it is actually a promising sign and quite a few similar comments from players/staff now. Would also explain the outspoken reluctance to do anything to the Mem. So hope yr right on the stadium,RD ! 💙utg
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Post by yattongas on Jan 27, 2023 12:30:40 GMT
The injury problems sound like a worry. If they aren't he should be a good signing. Most interesting part is yet another comment about "exciting times for the club off the pitch". I really do think we'll get a stadium announcement shortly - think the silence regarding it is actually a promising sign and quite a few similar comments from players/staff now. Would also explain the outspoken reluctance to do anything to the Mem. I’m pretty sure he was referring to the new paper pint cups ….. it’s very exciting.
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Post by Gashead73 on Jan 27, 2023 12:34:01 GMT
The injury problems sound like a worry. If they aren't he should be a good signing. Most interesting part is yet another comment about "exciting times for the club off the pitch". I really do think we'll get a stadium announcement shortly - think the silence regarding it is actually a promising sign and quite a few similar comments from players/staff now. Would also explain the outspoken reluctance to do anything to the Mem. I’m pretty sure he was referring to the new paper pint cups ….. it’s very exciting. Now you made spew my coffee out 😆 🤣 😂
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Post by Deleted on Jan 27, 2023 12:43:21 GMT
After signing for the Gas, Ward who will wear squad number 8 said: "I'm delighted to be here and I've joined at an exciting time for the club, with good things happening both on and off the pitch." Mmm, so what's going on off the pitch then. Didn't Andy Mangan allude to a similar comment recently? Anyway looks like a decent signing. Standard blurb from a new signing to any club ….. Happy to be here , excited for the future , great fan base etc etc I don't recall that many people state exciting time for the club off the pitch tbh, feels a lot more like a recent comment than a standard one.
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Post by stuart1974 on Jan 27, 2023 12:53:16 GMT
After signing for the Gas, Ward who will wear squad number 8 said: "I'm delighted to be here and I've joined at an exciting time for the club, with good things happening both on and off the pitch." Mmm, so what's going on off the pitch then. Didn't Andy Mangan allude to a similar comment recently? Anyway looks like a decent signing. Standard blurb from a new signing to any club ….. Happy to be here , excited for the future , great fan base etc etc At times like these I smile recalling a swathe of players C*ty signed years ago, could almost see the autocue with "Bristol" and "potential here" being the standard interview response.
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Post by Marshy on Jan 27, 2023 12:53:45 GMT
Standard blurb from a new signing to any club ….. Happy to be here , excited for the future , great fan base etc etc I don't recall that many people state exciting time for the club off the pitch tbh, feels a lot more like a recent comment than a standard one. Yeah but it still means feck all! 😤
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Post by GasAttacK on Jan 27, 2023 12:55:25 GMT
As with a number of our signings since JB took charge, a little risky given his injury record, but if he can stay fit, should be a good addition.
Most Blackpool fans were happy to see him released because he's only made 7 appearances since May 2021, mainly due to injuries. One apparently career threatening.
However, worth taking a chance on a player that has done well at this level and is still a good age. Hopefully he doesn't turn out to be another Nolan.
Welcome to the Gas, Grant!
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Post by daniel300380 on Jan 27, 2023 13:09:32 GMT
The injury problems sound like a worry. If they aren't he should be a good signing. Most interesting part is yet another comment about "exciting times for the club off the pitch". I really do think we'll get a stadium announcement shortly - think the silence regarding it is actually a promising sign and quite a few similar comments from players/staff now. Would also explain the outspoken reluctance to do anything to the Mem. Don't new signings say that at every club though??
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Post by TAGas on Jan 27, 2023 13:10:50 GMT
Good signing on paper. Good experience, good age.
Injury record not good at all, but as we know if he had no injury record he wouldn't be playing for Bristol Rovers.
Welcome Grant Ward!
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Post by Claremont Gas on Jan 27, 2023 13:12:38 GMT
As with a number of our signings since JB took charge, a little risky given his injury record, but if he can stay fit, should be a good addition. Most Blackpool fans were happy to see him released because he's only made 7 appearances since May 2021, mainly due to injuries. One apparently career threatening. However, worth taking a chance on a player that has done well at this level and is still a good age. Hopefully he doesn't turn out to be another Nolan. Welcome to the Gas, Grant! I sense he is 'one of the five' rather than an additional body ... All good if he can get and stay fit but if not, we haven't solved our midfield concern when we truly needed to. Guessing he wont feature until fit so March onwards ? I had hoped we would be bringing in a 'ready to play' midfielder who would strengthen us and be ready for MK Dons!
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Post by Wembley_Gas on Jan 27, 2023 13:13:40 GMT
As with a number of our signings since JB took charge, a little risky given his injury record, but if he can stay fit, should be a good addition. Most Blackpool fans were happy to see him released because he's only made 7 appearances since May 2021, mainly due to injuries. One apparently career threatening. However, worth taking a chance on a player that has done well at this level and is still a good age. Hopefully he doesn't turn out to be another Nolan. Welcome to the Gas, Grant! Our medical staff and facilities appear to be decent so we may as well use them I suppose!
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Post by GasAttacK on Jan 27, 2023 13:16:47 GMT
As with a number of our signings since JB took charge, a little risky given his injury record, but if he can stay fit, should be a good addition. Most Blackpool fans were happy to see him released because he's only made 7 appearances since May 2021, mainly due to injuries. One apparently career threatening. However, worth taking a chance on a player that has done well at this level and is still a good age. Hopefully he doesn't turn out to be another Nolan. Welcome to the Gas, Grant! I sense he is 'one of the five' rather than an additional body ... All good if he can get and stay fit but if not, we haven't solved our midfield concern when we truly needed to. Guessing he wont feature until fit so March onwards ? I had hoped we would be bringing in a 'ready to play' midfielder who would strengthen us and be ready for MK Dons! The 'Bristol Post' report suggested he's available for tomorrow.
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Post by A Source (aka Angry Badger) on Jan 27, 2023 13:18:41 GMT
As with a number of our signings since JB took charge, a little risky given his injury record, but if he can stay fit, should be a good addition. Most Blackpool fans were happy to see him released because he's only made 7 appearances since May 2021, mainly due to injuries. One apparently career threatening. However, worth taking a chance on a player that has done well at this level and is still a good age. Hopefully he doesn't turn out to be another Nolan. Welcome to the Gas, Grant! Coleen or Linda?
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Post by clockendgas on Jan 27, 2023 13:18:43 GMT
Fruit Market all but confirmed then, Premier League in 5 years minimum I’d say. More chance of world peace mate
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Post by pirate on Jan 27, 2023 13:18:47 GMT
Welcome to the club Grant and good luck! UTG
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Post by bisto180 on Jan 27, 2023 13:22:31 GMT
After signing for the Gas, Ward who will wear squad number 8 said: "I'm delighted to be here and I've joined at an exciting time for the club, with good things happening both on and off the pitch." Mmm, so what's going on off the pitch then. Didn't Andy Mangan allude to a similar comment recently? Anyway looks like a decent signing. Paper cups…….No plastic 😉
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Post by buktaboy on Jan 27, 2023 13:32:58 GMT
Sounds like he's been signed to provide cover for Rossiter till he gets back. Probably on a contract til the end of the season to see if he can stay fit. Good experience and ability so fingers crossed.
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