But at 31 and with his 1997 Grand Final appearance a distant memory, it is possible one of St Kilda's greatest players could miss out. Even the influence of coach Malcolm Blight, seen by Saints fans as the club's saviour, might not be enough. That said, at the very least, Burke will finish his career with an honour roll bigger than Stewart Loewe's hands. Since the age of 16, Burke has regarded the St Kilda Football Club as his second home. Darrel Baldock, Allan Davis, Ken Sheldon, Stan Alves and Tim Watson.
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Burke, due to play his 300th game against the Kangaroos in a Round 8 match in Canberra, understands better than most how the Saints' faithful are feeling. After the club's thrilling Round 1 win over the Western Bulldogs, the vibe was positive, helping push the membership tally over 20,000. I enjoyed it and I may have been disappointed if anyone else other than Robert Harvey got it. It still haunts me Duo face a test of nerves Seven bombs rivals with AFL club net rights deal Bizarre training ploy revealed Wayne Brittain. 2001 News Limited, Channel 7, Australian Football League.