A list so stacked with talent and a multitude of young Victorians, it's tough to retain all of them.

GWS have been no stranger to that concept over the years, and have had to deal with a range of exits - some of whom have gone on to bigger and better things after seeking greener pastures elsewhere.

Here are the 10 best players that GWS have lost since their introduction into the competition.

3.
Dylan Shiel

The 2017 All-Australian was involved in a highly-publicised trade to Essendon at the end of last year, in a deal that was only made official in the closing minutes of the 2018 trade period.

The Giants have had a star-studded midfield over the years, and losing any player of Shiel's calibre is certainly less than ideal for the clubs premiership prospects.

The 26-year-old played 135 for the Giants from 2012 to 2018.

GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 04: Dylan Shiel of the Giants celebrates a goal during the 2016 AFL Round 11 match between the Geelong Cats and the GWS Giants at Simonds Stadium on June 4, 2016 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Adam Trafford/AFL Media/Getty Images)