“I thought it was put to bed”: Lions CEO surprised by Beams departure
Brisbane CEO Greg Swann concedes he was caught off-guard by Dayne Beams’ desire to leave the club and return to Collingwood. Swann was convinced Beams would remain at the Lions following his emotional speech at the club’s Best and Fairest event where pledged his loyalty amid speculation of a potential departure. The 28-year-old midfielder would ultimately seal a trade back to the Magpies on deadline day of the trade period. “I must admit, after the Best and Fairest, I thought it was put to bed,”...