We've re-drafted the first round of the 2004 AFL draft.
It was the draft that created the core of Hawthorn's success throughout the 2010s, also unearthing a host of other prominent stars of the game.
Here is Zero Hanger's re-drafted first round of the 2004 AFL national draft, including those picked up in the rookie draft:
1. Lance Franklin (Richmond)
There was no dispute over who would be the number one pick in the 2004 redraft. Lance "Buddy" Franklin is one of the greatest forwards to ever play the game, kicking 940 goals in his 299 game career, including four Coleman Medals and 11 goal-kicking awards at his two clubs, Hawthorn and Sydney.
Franklin was originally selected by Hawthorn with pick five and has been host to moments that Hawks fans will cherish forever. From his 2010 Goal of the Year, to his 100th goal season celebration in 2008 or his 13-goal game in 2012, Franklin has captured the imaginations of fans from across the country.
Although he missed out on wining the three-peat with Hawthorn after moving to Sydney in 2014, the eight-time All-Australian is still deserving of the number one selection. If Franklin can shrug of the injury problems which have hampered his time with the Swans, he could still potentially reach 300 games and the elusive 1000 goal milestone.
