Jack Sinclair has topped the coaches' votes for the fourth time this season, with another nine to his name consolidating his standing in the competition's top-10.

The 2022 All-Australian received nine votes for his stellar outing against Sydney, which ended with 32 possessions – his fifth 30+ disposal outing of the season – and seven clearances as the Saints pulled through for a gritty 14-point win on the road.

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Round 13 v Sydney
  • 00:39

    RD13 | Butler's rough conduct charge dismissed by Tribunal

    Dan Butler is clear to play this weekend against Richmond after his charge for rough conduct against Sydney's Nick Blakey was dropped.

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  • 06:02

    RD13 | All the goals v Sydney

    Watch every goal from St Kilda's SCG win over Sydney in Round 13.

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  • 01:04

    RD13 | Wanganeen-Milera all class in the Harbour City

    Watch some of Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's silkiest moments against Sydney in Round 13.

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  • 14:07

    RD13 | Mini-Match: Sydney v St Kilda

    Extended highlights of the Swans and Saints clash in round 13.

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  • 02:20

    RD13 | They're back! Mitch & Marcus reunite at the SCG

    Mitch Owens takes the mic to interview Marcus Windhager upon his return to the senior side against Sydney.

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  • 01:50

    RD13 | 'It was bloody hard work': Sinclair post-game

    Jack Sinclair spoke to STK Media following St Kilda's hard-fought win against Sydney on the road.

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  • 09:01

    RD13 | 'The truth sets you free, right?' | Lyon post-game press conference

    Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 13's match against Sydney.

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  • 08:13

    RD13 | Highlights v Sydney

    Relive the best moments from a gritty win on the road.

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  • 00:48

    RD13 | King brings it home with super sealer

    Max King puts the icing on the cake with this brilliant finish on the run.

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  • 00:33

    RD13 | Team song

    OWEN WHO?!! Watch the Saints belt out the song after their 14-point win over the Swans.

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  • 00:38

    RD13 | Owens always knows where the sticks are

    Mitch Owens shows his fine polish around the goals with this awesome snap on the left.

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  • 01:01

    RD13 | Wondrous Wilkie on 'daunting' task for Buddy's 350th

    Callum Wilkie chats to Channel 7 as he and the Saints come away with the four points in what was Lance Franklin's 350th game.

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  • 01:04

    RD13 | King commends 'gritty win', making the most of prime-time

    Max King joins Channel 7 post-game to discuss the Saints' win over the Swans, his return to football and immediate impact, plus more.

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  • 01:37

    RD13 | Sinclair on breaking SCG hoodoo, getting back on the winners list

    Jack Sinclair speaks to Channel 7 in the immediate aftermath of St Kilda's rousing win over Sydney; its first victory at the SCG since 2009.

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  • 00:33

    RD13 | Phillipou's priceless opener gets Saints marching

    St Kilda young gun Mattaes Phillipou reads the spillage to perfection and produces the first goal of the game.

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  • 08:52

    Rested and raring to go, Lyon and Saints steel for Swans

    Ross Lyon spoke to the media ahead of St Kilda's Thursday night match against Sydney at the SCG.

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  • 06:56

    Wilkie backs in Saints to bounce back, 'little fixes' on the agenda

    Callum Wilkie addresses the media fresh off St Kilda's bye as it looks to bounce back over Sydney this Thursday night.

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Sinclair's name was previously on top of the table for St Kilda's matches against Gold Coast (nine votes), Carlton (10) and GWS (10) prior to his most recent performance, but has featured in the coaches' best seven times in 2023.

The No. 35's total of 48 votes in 2023 now eclipses last year's figure of 46 with half a season left to play.

Half-century Marshall praises Saints' return to 'one-wood'

Mitch Owens' exceptional display up forward earned seven votes between Ross Lyon and John Longmire, Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera's career-best 30 touches earned six, while Brad Crouch and Callum Wilkie earned two and one votes respectively.

Ollie Florent was the only Swan to poll from Thursday night, accruing five votes for his game-high 34 disposals and influence off half-back and through the midfield.

AFLCA Champion Player of the Year votes | Round 13

9 - Jack Sinclair
7 - Mitch Owens
6 - Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera
5 - Ollie Florent
2 - Brad Crouch
1 - Callum Wilkie

St Kilda leaderboard

48 - Jack Sinclair
38 - Callum Wilkie
23 - Rowan Marshall
18 - Mitch Owens
16 - Mason Wood
11 - Nasiah Waganeen-Milera
10 - Jack Higgins
9 - Bradley Hill
7 - Jack Steele
6 - Brad Crouch
2 - Mattaes Phillipou
2 - Seb Ross
2 - Josh Battle
1 - Dan Butler
1 - Ryan Byrnes
1 - Max King

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