This year's draft will see another injection of youth into all 18 clubs, bringing an x-factor and unpredictability which can be vital in achieving success.
However, with the majority of modern day premiership sides boasting an average age of 24+, clubs also need experienced and reliable veterans to help lead them to victory.
Here isย Zero Hanger'sย Top 10 players aged 30 and over ahead of the 2020 season.
An honourable mention goes to 37-year-old Shaun Burgoyne who couldn't quite crack our top 10 but deserves a mention as the league's oldest player.
5. Gary Ablett Jr
The Little Master will be going around for one more season in 2020 in what will be his final opportunity to win a third flag. Father Time has caught up to the two-time Brownlow Medallist, who is not as explosive or agile as he once was, but you would be mistaken for thinking he is any less impactful.
The eight-time All-Australian performed well as a small forward in 2019, kicking 34 goals and finishing top 10 in the competition for inside 50s and goal assists. Ablett couldn't will his side over the line in their Preliminary Final loss to Richmond last year, but if he can avoid injury, the 35-year-old will still play a key role next season, especially following the loss of Tim Kelly to West Coast.
