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St Kilda delists Dan Butler and Ryan Byrnes, plans to re-draft

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:59 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

St Kilda delists Dan Butler and Ryan Byrnes, plans to re-draft
Summary

St Kilda has delisted Dan Butler and Ryan Byrnes as part of a roster clean-up ahead of the draft. Both players are set to be re-selected in the upcoming Telstra AFL Rookie Draft after they free up mandatory roster spots. Butler, a veteran forward, has played 116 games for the Saints, while Byrnes has appeared in 95 matches. The rookie draft will occur on November 23, with clubs able to sign delisted free agents before then.

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  • •St Kilda has delisted Dan Butler and Ryan Byrnes.
  • •The club intends to re-draft both players in November.
  • •Butler has played 116 games with 125 goals for St Kilda.
  • •Byrnes has played 95 matches, including the last 15 of 2026.
  • •The Rookie Draft is scheduled for November 23.
Latest Updates
  • 11:59 PMAFL — Saints duo delisted, set for rookie lifelines
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The Saints have delisted Dan Butler and Ryan Byrnes, but plan to select them in the Rookie Draft

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