With clubs required to finalise their lists ahead of the upcoming draft, there are always a few unlucky players who find themselves on the chopping block.
With former delisted free agents such as Ricky Henderson and Jarryd Lyons making a strong impact at their new clubs, we take a look at the next wave of delisted players, why they should be given another shot at AFL level and where they could land.
In no order, here are five delisted players who deserve a lifeline:
4. Chris Masten
Just one year after playing a critical role in their premiership-winning season, Chris Masten is on his way out of West Coast. The arrival of Tim Kelly has left no room in the Eagles midfield for the 30-year-old, who was drafted as a part of the Chris Judd trade and is still reportedly keen to play on.
Masten is the most experienced player on this list at 215 games, but despite his veteran status, the wingman's athletic ability makes him an enticing recruit for teams on the hunt for outside midfielders. With Fremantle looking to replace the outgoing Brad Hill and Ed Langdon, Masten could find himself donning the purple and white next season.
Possible landing spots: Fremantle, Gold Coast, Melbourne
