The Gold Coast Suns have made a host of changes to their list since their debut season in 2011, which included some of the biggest names in the game today.
As the Suns will always be compared to fellow new-comers GWS, it may seem that the club has seen little to no success, in terms of finals appearances.
The Suns' coaching panel and board shifted names around in hope to find the perfect balance.
However, whether it be players that have fallen out of favour or players wanting to experience success at other clubs, the Suns were made to make changes to their list, wishing it would turn out for them.
In these cases, it can be argued it did not.
Here are the 11 best players to leave the Suns:
2. Steven May
May made his debut in round 6, 2011 against the Bombers. As a full-back in a undermanned side, May was constantly under the pump against the best forwards in the comp.
His first two seasons at the Suns saw May play in 17 games, mainly as a defender, before being shipped forward in round 21, 2012, where he kicked three goals and took 12 marks.
Seasons 2013-14 saw May start to establish himself as one of the better key defenders as he was lining up against Lance Franklin and keeping him relatively quiet.
He continued to build his game around his strength and attack on the ball and proved pivotal in the Suns backline.
He was named co-captain at the end of 2016 and continued his gradual build in the AFL system.
May averaged 19 and 17 touches in seasons 2017-18 and was trusted to beat his opponents and to then run off and start the Suns attack.
However, the end of 2018 saw a shock trade request from the co-captain of the Suns which resulted in him coming to Melbourne.
The Dees were able to lock down the key defender who has only played two games. He has struggled to get his body right as injuries continue to keep him on the sidelines.
If May can get his body right, it will go a long way in helping the Dees' surge up the ladder as they struggle defensively as a team.
