The AFL had their first mid-season draft this year since 1993. Some players were brought in for injury cover, while some could be ones to watch out for in the future.
Players selected in the mid-season draft will be contracted until the end of October, with clubs given the option to negotiate and extend their contract at any time.
We take a look at every player selected in the mid-season draft, how they have fared so far and whether they are likely to receive a contract extension into 2020.
Michael Knoll - Sydney
Mature-age ruckman Michael Knoll only dipped his toe into the footy world three years ago, having made the transition from US college basketball. The 26-year-old was a borderline certainty to be picked up by Essendon to bolster their ruck stocks, but the Swans beat them to the punch.
Interestingly, Knoll is still yet to make his debut for the Swans, having averaged over 30 hitouts and 10 disposals throughout his eight games in the NEAFL so far. Hayden McLean remains in the driver's seat in the seniors, and it remains to be seen whether Knoll will get a chance in the Swans' best 22.
Optimism for Knoll's chances post-2019 remains lower than others, based on his age and lack of chances given so far. With finals out of the question for Sydney, maybe it's time they give the big man a chance.
However, the fact that Knoll didn't get an opportunity when Callum Sinclair and Darcy Cameron were both out injured, isn't a great sign.
Verdict - Departs
