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AFL in shock as former Port star dies suddenly aged 37: ‘True tragedy’
Port Adelaide said Stewart’s death was devastating and will wear black armbands in its first Adelaide Oval home game in 2027.
- On Friday, former Port Adelaide player Daniel Stewart died suddenly at the age of 37, leaving the AFL world in shock following the passing of the 200cm forward.
- Selected in the 2009 Rookie Draft after playing with North Adelaide in the SANFL, Stewart made 36 appearances and kicked 31 goals during his three-year stint with the Power.
- Calling Stewart's death "a true tragedy," TV pundit Kane Cornes, a former teammate, remembered him as a "brilliant and caring teammate who always had a smile on his face."
- Port Adelaide Football Club chief executive Matthew Richardson extended condolences to Stewart's family, including wife Laura, sons Bernie and Lando, and brother Leigh, saying the club is "deeply saddened."
- In tribute, the club will wear black armbands during its first home game of the 2027 season at Adelaide Oval while providing support to those affected by the passing.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right4Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution37% Left, 36% Right
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- 37% of the sources lean Left, 36% of the sources lean Right
37% Left
L 37%
C 27%
R 36%
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