GWS loses captain Greene to Geelong as Giants reshape list
Toby Greene, GWS captain, will join Geelong on a three-year deal as a free agent, while forwards Stringer and Hogan depart.
Toby Greene, the Giants' former captain, will move to Geelong ahead of 2027 on a three-year deal as a free agent. Jake Stringer and Jesse Hogan were not offered new contracts.
Hogan joins Collingwood, while Stringer's future is uncertain. The club will listen to offers for Lachie Whitfield, their former No. 1 draft pick.
GWS football manager Jason McCartney said the Giants can still compete for a premiership. Recent inconsistency came from injuries, not a lack of talent.
Tom Green, Darcy Jones, Josh Kelly and other key players missed significant games last season. McCartney said the departures are part of a plan to manage contracts, gain draft picks, and create chances for emerging players.
- Jake Stringer and Jesse Hogan
- Departing forwards
- First 13 weeks
- Sam Taylor's games missed
Why it mattersMajor premiership contenders lose their captain and multiple forwards, raising questions about whether their young players can step up.
AustraliaGWS's ability to challenge for the AFL premiership in 2027 will depend heavily on injury recovery and whether emerging players can replace departing stars.
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