The 2018 trade period was one to remember - co-captains flew from the coup, stars left for big money and as always, players were traded back to their home-state.

But which stars are we most looking forward to watching in season 2019?

We take a look at the top 10 recruits that are set to light up the stage!

5. Dayne Beams (Collingwood)

After captaining the Lions from 2017 to 2018 the premiership Magpie requested a trade back to the Holden Center. The 2018 runners-up now have arguably the greatest midfield ever assembled with the 28 year-old joining the firm.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 03: Dayne Beams of the Magpies celebrates after kicking a goal during the round two AFL match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Melbourne Demons at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 3, 2010 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)