St Kilda Football Club is pleased to announce that Jack Silvagni has joined the red, white and black as a free agent.
The 27-year-old arrives at RSEA Park after 10 seasons with Carlton, where he established himself as a highly respected and versatile player across 136 AFL games.
Known for his competitiveness, football intelligence and ability to impact contests at both ends of the ground, Silvagni brings invaluable experience and leadership to the Saints.
“I’m incredibly excited to be joining St Kilda and starting this new chapter,” Silvagni said.
“The Saints have a strong mix of established talent and exciting young players, and I feel I can add to that with my experience, versatility and drive to compete.
“As a young father, this decision is also about building the next stage of my life with my wife Grace and our son Charlie. The opportunity to grow both on and off the field in a stable and supportive environment was really important in making this choice.”
Silvagni also reflected on the special place his former club will always hold for him.
“Carlton will always be part of me. It’s where I grew up, where my AFL career began, and it’s deeply connected to my family and our history in the game,” Silvagni said.
“I’ll always be grateful for the experiences I had there and the people who supported me. But now I’m looking forward with full focus on the Saints, and doing everything I can to help us push forward.”
St Kilda Head of Talent and Acquisition Graeme Allan said Silvagni’s arrival was a significant boost to the club’s ambitions.
“Jack is a proven competitor who has shown over a long period that he can adapt to the needs of his team, whether that’s as a marking target, a defensive presence, or through his leadership on and off the field,” Allan said.
“He brings maturity, experience and a hard edge, while also strengthening our ability to adapt in different game situations. Jack is a high-quality footballer and person, and we’re thrilled he’s chosen to continue his career with us.
“We look forward to welcoming Jack, Grace and Charlie to RSEA Park over the pre-season.”
