LOOK out Dayne Beams, Mitch Robinson will be looking for you when Brisbane hosts Collingwood on Easter Thursday.
After four years at the Lions, Beams sought a trade during the off-season back to the Magpies, where he won a premiership in 2010.
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Speaking after a light session at Kingston Twin Ovals on the Lions' Tasmanian pre-season camp, Robinson said although he understood why his former captain wanted to leave, he was looking forward to crossing paths in round five at the Gabba.
"There was a personal benefit for him to go back home to Melbourne, to family, and for his partner and his kids the best thing for them was to go back to Melbourne, so we understand that," Robinson said.
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"And we got a couple of great first-round picks for next year, so that’s big trade value for him, and we got Lachie Neale and (Jarryd) Lyons in as well who play that midfield position and they are actually A-Graders, so we are not too worried about that loss.
"But I am looking forward to this year to playing Collingwood." - Mitch Robinson
Asked whether he'd like to tag Beams, Robinson's answer was short.
"If Jarrod Berry doesn’t get that role I’ll be putting my hand up for sure."
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And how would he go? "Yeah, pretty good."
Despite his desire to run out against Beams, Robinson is aware winning a spot in the Lions' best team will not be easy.
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The rugged utility is now 29, on a one-year deal and facing a tough task to win a regular position.
"This is the first one-year deal of my career so it is a little bit different, but I play pretty well when my back is against the wall," he said.
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"Obviously being delisted by Carlton and having to prove myself, that little chip on my shoulder was a big factor in me being able to play some good footy for Brisbane.
"We have some new players who are vying for my spot in the team, so it will be interesting in the practice matches.
"And it makes training a lot more competitive, that’s for sure."
