Sam Mitchell has steered clear of Brad Scott's bombshell revelation that he would have let Zach Merrett go to Hawthorn, calling it good TV.
In his first interview since being sacked as Essendon coach, Scott said on Tuesday night that he was in favour of Merrett being traded to Hawthorn last year - and still is.
The turmoil at Essendon, plus Merrett's comments in support of James Hird, add to the intrigue about the AFL playing future of the former Bombers captain.
Essendon blocked Merrett's attempt to join Hawthorn in last year's trade period. The speculation is that he will try to leave again at the end of this season, despite having another year left on his contract.
Mitchell offered no insight on whether Hawthorn will try again to recruit Merrett, who would be a significant boost for their midfield.
