Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 25/01/20267 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! 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Scale 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! 110
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/12/2025Magic 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. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/07/2025What 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. 100
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Wait, we are going to have TWO solid 3 point shooters? That’s going to be weird. Good to hear mate! 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/07/2025As someone who hasn’t watched the Suns in like 5 years, can you tell me if this is good? 100
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 16/06/2025Thanks 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. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 24/04/2025Like, Boston are obviously a very good defensive outfit. But they weren’t contested threes. They’re just misses. It’s unforgivable. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 24/04/2025Watching KCP clang every fkn three hurt my soul. So so so bad. 110
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 21/04/2025Incredible 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. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/04/2025I’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! 000
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 09/03/2025And then they beat the Bucks. Weird team, man. Weird team. 000
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025It 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. 020
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025Feels 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. 120
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025Haha 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. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/03/2025The 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 100
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/03/2025I hate it. But this feels like a seminal moment for NRL Bluesky. 120
Reposted by Joe BartonJasonNRL @jasonnrl.bsky.social · 06/03/2025Footy 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 Notesrugbyleaguewriters.comNRL 2025 Season Preview: Analysis & Player NotesHere, 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. 143
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 05/03/2025I want Howie to take over the books of every sports team I follow. He’s so fucken good. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 03/03/2025Feels 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… 000
Reposted by Joe Barton1895.bsky.social @1895.bsky.social · 25/02/2025buff.lyParty on, dude: DCE is the last survivor of the 1980sThe Manly halfback is in a unique position as the new season starts. 001
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 16/02/2025Rashard Lewis might be our best shot and he’s a decade retired. 000
Reposted by Joe BartonCharlie Eccleshare @cdeccleshare.bsky.social · 12/02/2025With 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 2295
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 12/02/2025That’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. 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 12/02/2025Oh, 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. 100
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 11/02/2025What’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. 100
Reposted by Joe BartonLuUuUuke Knox 👻 @lukeknox.me · 06/02/2025this haptic display absolutely rocks. basketball is for everyone. 243211846783
Reposted by Joe BartonMerriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com · 06/02/2025We were told we had to post this by today. 843359
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 06/02/2025Not 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? 110
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 02/02/2025A short thread which basically says “no, they definitely fucking did not get enough back for Luka, are you stupid?” 010
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Orlando is officially broken. What happened to my beautiful gritty defensive gurus from December?! 000
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 01/02/2025Another move for Patty - from the worst team in the west to a (serious?) playoff contender. 000
Reposted by Joe BartonRebecca Waters @becksie1977.bsky.social · 31/01/2025People 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 12611
Reposted by Joe BartonJimmy Kempski @jimmykempski.bsky.social · 30/01/2025The Eagles announced that they have opened the practice window for Brandon Graham to return from IR. 41676
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 31/01/2025Haha mate, long-suffering Spurs fan here! No complaints today though. Two days before any chance of disappointment too…. 100
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 31/01/2025My 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! 110
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/01/2025I 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. 021
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/01/2025Luck 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. 020
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 28/01/2025A 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. 100
Reposted by Joe BartonSi @simonyemane.bsky.social · 27/01/2025I’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. 12751
Reposted by Joe Bartonlunch enjoyer @hoaagie.bsky.social · 26/01/2025Jeff Laurie / Bradley Cooper buy Tottenham Hotspur please 4222
Joe Barton @joebarto.bsky.social · 26/01/2025First 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. 010