Richmond coach Damien Hardwick has paid a special tribute to Shane Edwards in the lead-up to him becoming the 250th player in AFL/VFL history to reach the 250-game milestone. Here’s what Dimma had to say about the veteran Tiger star playmaker . . .

“He’s an incredible player, Shane . . .

“He probably gets the credit he deserves within our building, but outside the Richmond Footy Club I don’t think people realise the glorious player this kid is . . .

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“It’s just a privilege to watch him week in, week out, and how he makes players around him better.

“We’re very lucky to have him and he doesn’t look like slowing down any time soon.

“He’s a bit like Bachar Houli. They just keep getting better and better with age.

“He’s one of those players I can plug and play.

“Wherever I need him, I can put him in there and I know he’s going to have an impact for us. And those players are invaluable.”