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:
4. Dion Prestia
Prestia was pick no.9 in the 2010 AFL Draft and was amongst a smattering of young talent headed up to the Gold Coast.
He debuted in the inaugural match at the Gabba in round two against the Blues. Prestia struggled to stay in the side as he sat out for six weeks before being brought back in for the rest of the season.
2012 saw Prestia start to build on a solid AFL debut season until his year was hindered with hamstring injuries, resulting in only playing 14 games for the year.
2013 was Prestia's breakout season which resulted in him coming second in the B&F to Gary Ablett. He played 20 games that season, with an average of 25 touches.
Prestia started to catch the eyes of many fans and even opposing sides, who would look to Prestia as a target (after Gary Ablett).
The following year saw a similar output for Prestia which resulted in him receiving another podium finish in the B&F. He increased his touches per game and really drove the standards at the Suns as they made their way up the ladder.
Seasons 2015-16 saw Prestia's year ended early by knee injuries. Despite playing well in games he featured, he only managed to play 22 games across both seasons.
Trade talks were circling as Prestia came out of contract and a return home would be ideal.
He played 95 games with the Suns over six seasons before making his way across to Richmond.
He, like Caddy, came across in the premiership year, where Prestia only missed three games due to minor injuries.
He played a pivotal part in their midfield alongside Martin and Cotchin, including a massive performance in the grand final against Adelaide.
2018 saw Prestia with limited games as injuries kept him on the sidelines, but has continued to develop and contribute to the yellow & black.
He's played all 13 games this season and has been crucial to the Tigers as some of their stars have fallen to injury.
