The Sydney Swans have informed Lewis Taylor and Barry O’Connor that they will not be given new contracts with the club for the 2023 season.

Taylor, a second-round draft pick with the Brisbane Lions, burst onto the scene winning the AFL Rising Star Award in his debut season of 2014.

Taylor then arrived at the Harbour City in 2020, playing 12 games in the red and white over the past three seasons.

The 27-year-old performed well for the Swans VFL side but only managed one senior game in 2022.

Irish born O’Connor made the difficult switch from Gaelic Football to Australian Rules when the Swans signed him as an International Category B Rookie in 2019.

The defender worked hard to develop his game during two Covid affected seasons and managed to establish himself as a reliable key back in the VFL side this season.

“Lewis and Barry have been excellent contributors to our club, and have shared some unique and memorable experiences with our group over the past three seasons,” said Sydney Swans Executive General Manger – Football, Charlie Gardiner.

“It’s a difficult time of year when list changes must be made, and we wish Lewis and Barry all the best in their next pursuits.

“On behalf of everyone at the Sydney Swans I would like to thank them for their hard work and contribution to our club.”