Lance Franklin in his new colours. Picture: Phil Hillyard Source: Philip Hillyard / DailyTelegraph
SOME are already established superstars of the AFL, others are just making their way in the competition.
Over the past three weeks 35 players have found new homes via the AFL's free agency and trade period.
Some will go on to make a huge difference at their new club. Others may fade away into the AFL wilderness.
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This time 12 months ago, SuperFooty rated every trade - in order of value to their new clubs – with Norm Smith medallist Brian Lake ranked at the top of the pile.
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HOW WE RATED THEM IN 2012
History says the Hawks got that one right. Big time.
Twelve months on and we're doing it again, ranking every trade of the past few weeks – again in the order of value we think these players might be to their new clubs. Not necessarily how good we think that player is, but the significance of their new acquisition.
Did we get it right? Have your say below.
1. LANCE FRANKLIN (Sydney)
The coup of the trade and free agency period, Buddy's massive nine-year deal will ensure the Swans will remain a threat for the next however many years. And that's forgetting the off-field benefits the Swans will reap in marketing, etc.
2. STEWART CRAMERI (Western Bulldogs)
The Western Bulldogs are on the up but have lacked power forwards – and goalkickers – to seriously contend. Crameri isn't that power forward but he'll ease the burden on Liam Jones and seems decent value for pick 26.
3. BEN McEVOY (Hawthorn)
Have the Hawks done it again? By plucking the 24-year-old in his prime, it allows Roughead to play forward while Hale supports the man mountain in the ruck. No-one saw it coming … the best kind of trade.
4. DALE THOMAS (Carlton)
The Blues were after outside run from the moment they lost to Sydney in their semi-final. Daisy comes with a decent price tag but he offers that run and has a decent bag of tricks, too. The only question is: Is the ankle going to be OK?
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5. NICK DAL SANTO (North Melbourne)
Dal Santo gets his chance to join a contender in a deal that seems a win for both his old club and his new one. North Melbourne's midfield now comprises Dal, Daniel Wells, Jack Ziebell, Brent Harvey, Andrew Swallow, Ryan Bastinac, Ben Cunnington … the list goes on
6. SHANE MUMFORD (GWS)
All eyes were on the Heath Shaw trade but it is 'Mummy' who may be the biggest win for the Giants. For just pick 35, his huge frame will protect his young midfielders and allow Jonathan Giles to stop copping the brunt each week.
7. EDDIE BETTS (Carlton)
With plenty of tall timber in the Crows' forward line, it was ground level that was the concern. Adelaide got its man with Eddie. A genuine goalkicker who should add 40-plus goals to Brenton Sanderson's forward line in 2014.
Eddie Betts with 11-month-old son Lewis at the Adelaide press conference talking about his move to the Crows from Carlton. Picture: Luke Hemer. Source: News Limited
8. BILLY LONGER (St Kilda)
When the Saints lost McEvoy, they knew they had to act. In Longer, they nabbed one of the few top-10 ruckman taken in recent drafts. If he can fulfil his potential, he could be a 10-year Saint and be a formidable pairing with Tom Hickey.
9. HEATH SHAW (GWS)
Shaw's ability is one thing, but someone of his profile turning his back on premiership contenders to choose the Giants was the real win for GWS. His leadership and ball use in defence will be huge for Leon Cameron's side.
10. SCOTT GUMBLETON (Fremantle)
'Gumby' has had his injury worries but at pick 55 Freo didn't sell the farm for the former Bomber. If he can string together some games with Matthew Pavlich next season, the Dockers will be a step closer towards that elusive flag.
11. PAUL CHAPMAN (Essendon)
Plenty left or the body packing up? Everyone knows what a fit Chappy adds - midfield grunt and polish in attack. His experience at the business end of a season could also be invaluable. The Bombers will be hoping his body stays sound.
12. TAYLOR ADAMS (Collingwood)
GWS footy manager Graeme Allan says Taylor Adams is as tough as they come and could one day captain the Pies. Quite the wrap for a kid who's played 31 games of league footy. Will slot into the strong Collingwood midfield nicely.
13. JOSH BRUCE (St Kilda)
St Kilda wanted to add defenders to its young list, and the Giants were reluctant to part with 21-year-old Bruce. The 196cm backman has obvious talent. Time will tell if the pick 48 the Saints handed over ends up being a bargain buy.
14. SHAUN HAMPSON (Richmond)
Hampson was stuck behind Matthew Kreuzer at Carlton. He is likely to support Ivan Maric at Punt Road, but that will allow Ty Vickery to play more permanently in attack. And that is where the Tigers may really win.
Bernie Vince to be a Demon Source: News Limited
15. BERNIE VINCE (Melbourne)
No-one can deny Vince's talent, but some have questioned his dedication at times. The Demons handed over pick 23 and will hope the 28-year-old can be that hardened body – with a touch of class - to guide his younger teammates they hope.
16. TRENT WEST (Brisbane)
When the Lions learned Billy Longer was off, they knew the support acts for Matthew Leuenberger were scarce. Trent West, for pick 41, was the perfect fit. A Cat since 2005, one would expect him to get plenty of game time under Justin Leppitsch.
17. SHANE SAVAGE (St Kilda)
Savage was a fringe player at the Hawks but should play 22 games at the Saints. Part of the mega-deal that saw Ben McEvoy leave the Saints, Savage has the chance to be a long-term player in the red, white and black.
18. JESSE WHITE (Collingwood)
White finished 2013 like a train and had a few clubs looking north. In the end, pick 44 was enough to ensure he ended up in black and white. His versatility will take some focus off Travis Cloke and give Nathan Buckley more options with Ben Reid and Quinten Lynch.
19. COLIN SYLVIA (Fremantle)
Sylvia has enormous ability but harnessing that and finding consistency has been an issue. Ross Lyon always seems to get the best from his players. Sylvia will be a handy addition in attack or rotating through Freo's A-Grade midfield.
Luke Delaney is hoping for more opportunities at St Kilda. Source: HeraldSun
20. LUKE DELANEY (St Kilda)
The Saints gained Delaney to complement the arrival of Bruce from the Giants. At the bargain basement price of pick 77 (a thank you from the Roos for the Saints letting Dal Santo come across as a free agent), Delaney will further stiffen Scott Watters' back six.
21. ELLIOTT YEO (West Coast)
Yeo really started to show signs in 2013 that he could be a player. Has good speed and can take a mark, so his assets will be put to good use on the open spaces of Subiaco.
22. SAM DOCHERTY (Carlton)
The Blues gained Thomas and Docherty's skills and ball use further complement a nice off-season for Mick Malthouse. Hasn't had a lot of senior exposure, but the Blues were willing to part with a second-rounder – a sign of how highly Docherty is thought at Visy Park.
Melbourne recruit Dom Tyson speaks to the media. Source: Getty Images
22. DOM TYSON (Melbourne)
Tyson was the no.3 pick in 2011 and the Demons believe if available this time around they'd have taken him with pick 2 - that's why they were willing to swap that selection with the Giants in order to gain the smooth-moving midfielder to Melbourne.
24. JARED POLEC (Port Adelaide)
Former no.5 draft pick managed just 16 matches in three seasons at the Lions, but one feels under development gurus Ken Hinkley and Alan Richardson he may blossom at Alberton. Could be the outside jet Port needs to top off their developing list.
25. PATRICK KARNEZIS (Collingwood)
It remains to be seen where Karnezis will play his best footy, but the Pies think he can develop into an "elite" third tall with the ability to play through the middle. Another former high draft pick who defected from the Gabba, could blossom at the Westpac Centre.
26. MATT WHITE (Port Adelaide)
Once a specialist sub at the Tigers, Port Adelaide is a fan of White's attacking run but also believes he will be able to develop as a run-with player. Not as big a name as Boak, Ebert or Gray but he'll be a handy addition to the Power midfield.
27. VIV MICHIE (Fremantle)
For pick 54, Michie may end up being the bargain of the trade period. The Docker wasn't getting a chance behind Fyfe, Mundy and co, so old pals Ross Lyon and Paul Roos did a deal to see the talented mid come home. Look for him to get good game time at the Demons.
28. JACKSON PAINE (Brisbane)
With the Lions planning for LAB (Life After Browny), they realised the need to bring in another tall forward. If former Pie Paine can rid himself of his shoulder issues, he has showed enough in glimpses to suggest he might be able to find a permanent spot in the Lions' forward half.
Andrejs Everitt has left the Swans for Carlton. Picture: Hillyard Philip Source: DailyTelegraph
29. ANDREJS EVERITT (Carlton)
The Blues were desperate to land a key forward. With Everitt, they landed a versatile runner who won't hold down a key post but might be able to fill a hole here and there. The Blues did give up pick 32 for the former Bulldog and Swan, and only time will tell if that will be a wise move.
30. SAM DARLEY (Western Bulldogs)
Another of the young GWS crew who wanted out, the Bulldogs pounced on the 20-year-old Tasmanianm who looks likely to work his way into the Doggies back six. Has only played 13 matches, but is a nice user and could be a long-term player at Whitten Oval.
31. SHAUN EDWARDS (Essendon)
If you listen to Andrew McLeod, you might think the Bombers had landed a clone of the man himself. "Beautiful skills" and "lightning quick" were among the superlatives McLeod used when gushing over Edwards to Crows recruiters. Will the Bombers see that develop in red and black?
32. JAMES PODSIADLY (Adelaide)
With Taylor Walker (knee) and Josh Jenkins (leg) in rehab from serious injuries, Podsiadly's recruitment looks a smart move by Brenton Sanderson. He demands a good defender given his aerial prowess, and he'll take the focus off that pair as the Crows send in high balls in 2014.
33. JOSH HUNT (GWS)
Renowned for his nice long leg, Hunt will provide another big body in the GWS side in 2014 as Leon Cameron tries to further develop his young team. Has 198 games of AFL experience, so can pass on plenty to his teammates.
34. XAVIER ELLIS (Hawthorn)
Hard to know if Ellis' body will survive the rigours of AFL footy – he's said he'll hang 'em up if it doesn't – but Adam Simpson thinks his ball using ability is worth a punt. Could be of value in the open spaces at Subiaco.
35. KURT AYLETT (Essendon)
The man who came as part of the two-for-one deal with Edwards to the Bombers played one game in 2012 but has been troubled with injury. Is a good size at 188cm, and could offer the Bombers versatility.
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