For the life of me I can't recall any media reports, other than maybe one, that links the Hogan trade with Weller.
Balic, yes, but he's on the way out anyway.
Lachie had the chance to return home last year and join brother Mav at St Kilda, but signed a 2 year deal to stay with us. By all reports, he's more than happy here and hasn't missed a game in 2 years. Clearly the club has big plans for him and he seems to be buying in. It's not like we've had trouble keeping interstate players.
For every Balic & Roberton we've had a Mundy & Pav. Plus we've got the best facilities in the comp and about to move into arguable the best sports stadium in the Southern Hemisphere that also replicates closely the stadium we ultimately have to win on - the MCG.
Seriously, despite many on here thinking we're a rabble with a dud coach and/or game plan, we're doing very well in retaining and attracting quality talent.