West Coast premiership forward Liam Ryan says the chance to play alongside several First Nations stars including Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera was a major reason for his trade to St Kilda.

The Eagles received a second-round pick tied to the Saints for next year in exchange for Ryan and a third-round pick tied to the WA club for 2027. It is the first time in AFL history that a draft pick has been traded two years in advance.

Ryan joined the Saints on a three-year deal after kicking 158 goals in 125 games for the Eagles in eight seasons, earning All-Australian selection in 2020.

“I’m really excited to be joining St Kilda and taking on this next chapter in my career,” Ryan said.

“There’s a great energy about this group, and you can feel the hunger to improve and do something great. I want to br

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