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Joe Barton

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Live life by the three Ss - sport, Simpsons and Seinfeld.

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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
7 is very high, but that’s where I’m at as well. Not good, given they’d been building towards something and it’s crashed down pretty appallingly in what was meant to be an important year. Does feel like the end of the road for this front office, sadly. Appreciate the intel and answers as ever!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Scale of 1-10, how worried are you about the magic? Emptied the war chest for Bane and have gotten worse? It’s a bit concerning. And without the prospect of first round picks!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
Magic win! Best fourth quarter I’ve seen from them in a long time, against a top-tier opponent. Anthony Black is growing up in a big way.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
What positions would you like to see upgraded (if that’s possible) from here? Wendell seems the obvious one, given the return we’ve got from him + his shaky injury history. Moe helps there, when he’s back, though.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Wait, we are going to have TWO solid 3 point shooters? That’s going to be weird. Good to hear mate!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
As someone who hasn’t watched the Suns in like 5 years, can you tell me if this is good?
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Thanks for sharing - it’s pulled me back from “FIVE PICKS?!” to “ok I can see how this makes Orlando better immediately”, which is what we need. Trading picks that far down the track always scares me though. Even for a young team was lots of young talent… Orlando makes me naturally gunshy I guess.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 08/06/2025
I would also have allowed this.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Like, Boston are obviously a very good defensive outfit. But they weren’t contested threes. They’re just misses. It’s unforgivable.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Watching KCP clang every fkn three hurt my soul. So so so bad.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
Incredible premonition. I remember first reading this and going “hah! 17th!!” And now it’s like “…..huh, 17th is it?” Anyway. Please continue to only use your powers for good, not evil.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
I’m not sure the blueprint to beat manly has changed in 5 years - beat them up through the middle and it’s a pretty straightforward win!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
….will definitely make life a looooot harder.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Not if they win this year Campo!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
And then they beat the Bucks. Weird team, man. Weird team.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
It shouldn’t be hard finding players who are keen to play with those two, right? I’m not a big “time to tank” guy, but not sure there’s a lot that is achievable in this season. Just a bit depressing to have another year where I’m checking Tankathon with this long to go.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Feels like that’s just about it for the Magic this season. Injuries haven’t been kind but much of the collapse has been their own doing - building a roster without shooting (or any real idea of what they’re doing at PG) and just relying on Paolo/Franz to bail them out… disaster.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Haha yeah I don’t imagine there’s a lot of sympathy out there. Just find it bizarre how universally accepted it is that they will be shit despite having a top 8 roster, top of the league facilities/limitless money pot for the best coaching staff etc. Very keen to see the Tigers though! Fun team.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
The Roosters have like 8 origin or international players, including James Tedesco, and everyone is like “yeah they suck, they’re missing the 8.” And they’re right? The halves are messy but that roster is still stacked. Shouldn’t be getting towelled up like that. #NRL
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
I hate it. But this feels like a seminal moment for NRL Bluesky.
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JasonNRL @jasonnrl.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Footy is back, and I've got a few thoughts on the season ahead: - Dragons Attack - Zac Lomax’s Move - Harry Grant’s Career-Best Season - The Non-Ballplaying Forward - Quick Player Notes
rugbyleaguewriters.com
NRL 2025 Season Preview: Analysis & Player Notes
Here, I’ve got a few key focuses for the early rounds of the season and some quick player notes for the 27 rounds moving forward.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
I want Howie to take over the books of every sports team I follow. He’s so fucken good.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Feels like big change is inevitable for the team to move forward. Which is fine! But team brass has to be on board with breaking up a team that has some VERY good pieces and some VERY big flaws. I’m not sure they’re ready to do that…
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Pray for Gadi.
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1895.bsky.social @1895.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
buff.ly
Party on, dude: DCE is the last survivor of the 1980s
The Manly halfback is in a unique position as the new season starts.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Rashard Lewis might be our best shot and he’s a decade retired.
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Charlie Eccleshare @cdeccleshare.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
With Havertz, as well as legit debate about did Arsenal bring it on themselves, do also think the extra Jan European games were a real fucker. The fact that half of England’s Euro representatives have been completely decimated by injury this season suggests a bigger issue. 1/4
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
That’s a great point - injuries, outside of Paolo/Franz, have been a constant and that adds load to everyone. Impossible to get any continuity. Not to mention Mo. let’s pray for some health post-All Stars.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Oh, no. Definitely not suggesting we start tanking. Just wondering whether the past six weeks feel like where the team is at, or whether they can rediscover December form etc. or if it’s just gone and they’re gonna scrap for a play-in spot and that’s what becomes of this season.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
What’s your gut feel: is this season salvageable? It seems like the things that are broken are foundational, but I can’t shake that they were VERY good, especially defensively, through December. maybe I’m just talking myself into something that isn’t working though.
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LuUuUuke Knox 👻 @lukeknox.me · 06/02/2025
this haptic display absolutely rocks. basketball is for everyone.
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Merriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com · 06/02/2025
We were told we had to post this by today.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
👀👀 I live in hope. Thanks mate.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Not to appear desperate, and I know Magic like to move in silence these days, but… any hints of movement? Or just letting it ride for another year?
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
A short thread which basically says “no, they definitely fucking did not get enough back for Luka, are you stupid?”
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
The NBA is broken.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Orlando is officially broken. What happened to my beautiful gritty defensive gurus from December?!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Another move for Patty - from the worst team in the west to a (serious?) playoff contender.
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Rebecca Waters @becksie1977.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
People losing their minds on the other place about Tel. There was never an indication that he wanted to play for us. We have what appears to be a harmonious squad, players that want to, and are proud to, play for us. Last night may just be the positive result to inspire a proper comeback #COYS
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Jimmy Kempski @jimmykempski.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
The Eagles announced that they have opened the practice window for Brandon Graham to return from IR.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Haha mate, long-suffering Spurs fan here! No complaints today though. Two days before any chance of disappointment too….
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
My first BlueSky mis-mention! I think you’re after @joebarton.bsky.social - but it’s nice to be mistaken for someone other than the lunatic former footballer for once. Go Spurs!
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
I think Steve Smith is a Test great, no question. But this is excellent, evidence-based analysis of his claim to greatness and how it stacks up against those already in the 10,000 club. A really interesting read.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Luck will turn. Players will return. And, hopefully, signings that align with a defined recruitment strategy. I’m wrong a lot, but I am convinced the highs of the past two years are more of a real trend on where the club is headed than injury-plagued lows. Just hope Ange is around to see it.
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
A fair summary, which apportions blame on many fronts (perhaps largely starting with an inadequate recruitment plan for over a decade). In that time Spurs have been a BIG club that hasn’t really believed itself to be, or strived to be, a big club.
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Si @simonyemane.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
I’ll say, though… IF Levy and the board do hold their nerve and don’t sack Ange but instead commit and move to improve this squad, I’ll be tipping my hat. Not a lot of clubs would have with our league form being what it is.
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lunch enjoyer @hoaagie.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
Jeff Laurie / Bradley Cooper buy Tottenham Hotspur please
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CJ Fogler @cjzero.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
FRANKIE LUVU
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Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
First Q was diabolical - and it’s been a struggling reintegrating Franz/Paolo, but looks like something clicked? Need a good run to slide back up the ladder in the east.
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