Ahead of Saturday’s Round 18 clash between Richmond and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium, Tony Greenberg lists (in alphabetical order) the top 10 players he’s seen represent both clubs on the field of battle.
1. Daryl CUMMING
Rover. At Richmond (1971-76): 88 games, 64 goals. Member of the Tigers’ 1974 premiership side. At North Melbourne (1978): 1 game, 0 goals.
2. Frank DIMATTINA
Rover. At Richmond (1964-68): 42 games, 44 goals. At North Melbourne (1969-70): 14 games, 16 goals.
3. Aaron EDWARDS
Forward. At North Melbourne (2007-12): 78 games, 122 goals. At Richmond (2013-14): 12 games, 15 goals.
4. Paul FELTHAM
Wingman. At North Melbourne (1970-76): 128 games, 78 goals. Member of the Roos’ 1975 premiership side. At Richmond (1978): 7 games, 8 goals.
5. Robin NAHAS
Small forward. At Richmond (2009-13): 83 games, 100 goals. At North Melbourne (2014-16): 34 games, 35 goals.
6. Bill NETTLEFOLD
Ruck-rover. At Richmond (1974-75): 15 games, 6 goals. At North Melbourne (1976-79): 51 games, 22 goals. Member of the Roos’ 1977 premiership side.
7. Trent NICHOLS
Rover. At Richmond (1988-91 and 1997-98): 75 games, 65 goals. At North Melbourne (1994-96): 33 games, 39 goals.
8. John PERRY
Wingman. At Richmond (1964-69): 26 games, 1 goal. Member of the Tigers’ 1967 premiership side. At North Melbourne (1970-74): 57 games, 26 goals.
9. Daryl SUTTON
Utility. At North Melbourne (1973 and 1976-80): 91 games, 65 goals. At Richmond (1982-83): 6 games, 0 goals.
10. Robbie TARRANT
Key defender. At North Melbourne (2008-21): 174 games, 44 goals. Best and Fairest winner with the Kangaroos in 2016. At Richmond (2022-): 13 games, 0 goals.