After a disappointing conclusion to what was a sensational 2022 campaign, Sydney will be hoping to go one step further this year.
John Longmire's men managed to reach the season decider and fell to Geelong on the biggest of stages, but the result only had fans believing this group were destined for glory in the years to come, thanks largely to their youthful stocks.
The Swans backed in their core group over the off-season, bringing in just one experienced figure while the remainder of their list additions came through draft avenues.
Likely to see their most promising players reach new heights in 2023, the sky is the limit for the Swans this season.
Here we list five burning questions the Swans will hope to have answers for in 2023.
5. What can new recruit Aaron Francis offer?
The Swans are hoping they've prospected another diamond from the rough with the acquisition of Aaron Francis from Essendon, with the versatile target looking to reach his full potential after a disappointing tenure at Tullamarine.
Francis managed 54 games in the red sash after being selected as the sixth overall pick in the 2015 National Draft, often moved between either end of the field during his time as a Bomber.
The 25-year-old will be hoping his time at Sydney bears more fruit, with the club's recent list adjustments proving to be beneficial for those unwanted in the league.
Ruckman Tom Hickey is playing the best football of his career at his fourth club as 30-plus-year-old talent, while former Saint Paddy McCartin rapidly announced himself as one of the best tall defenders in his first season back in the league last year following a lengthy layoff.
Gaining inspiration from the aforementioned pairing, Francis will be hoping he can replicate a similar leap in form when he plies his trade for the Bloods in 2023.
Able to offer his services as a third-tall forward or intercepting option in defence, the West Adelaide native will hopefully see his best football unlocked as a Swan.
