yeah I heard this was a done deal along time ago - so the "swap" element is probably to bring the timing forward from the end of the season and swap a player going out (DS) for a different player going out (AM eventually going to Leeds). This maybe had BS's input

I would imagine a few more leaving once the season comes to a conclusion.

its all comparative - probably more a reference to the owner than the club itself

Lets not get down hearted about Smith leaving yes a young one who can improve but has been a solid steady player for us nothing spectacular but done a job. As for Mullally think I would have left him at Hudds hes going to Leeds so cant see him giving two hoots about Wakey unless he sees it as getting game time and more experience.

Or alternatively, my guess would be he is scrapping around trying to find the cash to cover the cost of bringing someone else in (Lee Smith?) as BS has pointed out we are seriously lacking in the centre.

If by getting rid of Daniel Smith we can bring in Mullally & L Smith and that helps us get through the 8s then its a masterstroke. If it doesn't then we have lost a player that was going anyhow.

Just beats me how we can assume there is 'spare cash' at Wakefield to bring players in. I'm all for the signing of Lee Smith but how the hell does the club run on the gates we've been getting let alone sign players!

Yes okay, all your money for your player budget comes from your ticket sales not from a cash rich owner

Yes, by cash rich I mean they have no problems in finding the money needed to get what they want, not relying on outside sources such as ticket sales.

Let's not forget the chunk of money we get from Sky and sponsorship. I believe you are blaming the wrong group in the supporters, we have been frankly embarrassing for most of the season. The money we bring in helps but is no way near the largest contribution to the funds.
We are currently strong contenders for the championship and that will greatly reduce our non supporter funding should it happen.
Now back on topic we obviously allowed Huddersfield to talk to Smith and we must also have agreed a fee. The signing of Mullally was probably suggested by us to allow the deal to go through quicker. We have lost a squad ready player to gain one who has no interest in proving himself because he is sorted for next year and I doubt wants to risk injury.
We have released Collis, Paea, lost Kirmond through injury sold Smith and Owen for other
reasons. We have gained one genuine class player in Locke, plus from NRL reserves Sio, Castleford reserves Tansey and StHelens reserves Walker. I think we are probably quids in but I guess we are clearing the decks for another mass exodus like two years ago when you look at the list of those out of contract and those we have signed on new deals.
I know some of you are making the usual statement that he was not really that good if it helps you get through the day then fine. It is inaccurate and I wonder whose next because it is certain any player is available what happens if it's Johnstone who is a future star but is also under contract and will be subject to a transfer fee. I am sure he is being monitored by other clubs.

Alas every player has a price and if its Johnstone next so be it what would you do Scarlet keep them and have the club go bust again

Mullally will bring you plenty of enthusiasm , hes a big lad and good go forward whos hard to put down but he is poor in defence and cant do big minutes, been a long term project at the giants but now going to leeds, he shows no loyalty, left widnes for us after they sent him to oz too.

Not that it is all that important but will they be able to face their former clubs????



Why didn't Mullany go straight to Leeds and we 'borrow' Kienhorst until the end of the season?

I think I'm right in thinking Dan Smith started at Leeds, so is not a homegrown player as such. Johnstone, Crowther and Jowitt are and if one of those leaves I would have to think again about my subscription to 1873!