Community poll asking whether Bailey Dale or Nick Blakey is the better trade-in option. Low engagement, one comment favoured Dale.

Bailey Dale received votes in WB player of the year voting vs Carlton R10, appearing in multiple ballots as a top-3 performer.

Bailey Dale positive in WB post-match thread for R10, described as good off half-back in an otherwise dismal performance.

Bailey Dale was a positive in WB loss to Carlton R10, playing well off half-back as one of a handful of contributors.

Bailey Dale being debated in SC community against Lachlan Ash for long-run averaging potential. Community split - some see Dale maintaining form but Ash's better bye week noted as the deal-breaker advantage for Ash.

Bailey Dale mentioned as a trade target to help balance defence and forward line in SC team restructuring.

Bailey Dale praised as back to his absolute best in R9, handling a big kickout burden exceptionally and showing improved disposal compared to previous weeks.