Trading in our game has been more important than ever, with players going in and out of teams, not only in the off-season, but during the season as well.
Therefore, it is pivotal for teams to get it right and identify talent and potential early in the process. This didn't seem to be the case for the Saints over the last decade or two.
Being out-of-favour and wanting more opportunities, players left the Saints in order to continue their career.
Here are the best 8 players St Kilda have traded or delisted since 2005:
6. Tom Lynch
Known as the linkman in South Australia, Tom Lynch has forged quite a career in the city of churches.
Unbeknown to most fans, Lynch was previously at the Saints for two seasons when they were reaping the rewards from the likes of Reiwoldt, Goddard, Milne and Hayes.
This meant Lynch struggled to break into the side, and after only playing six games in two years, he saw an opportunity arise at the Crows.
Since then, Lynch has created a path for third-tall forwards highlighted by his ability to run between the arcs and have good ball use going into the forward 50.
Since coming across, Lynch has played a total of 130 games and is a regular in the Crows best 22 when he's fit.
He's had a great start to season 2019 and looks to continue his good form.
