Stokes celebrates a goal during one of nine games for the Cats during his debut year, 2006.


Wet conditions during a NAB Cup game against Port Adelaide in 2007.


2007 Preliminary Final against Collingwood - Stokes kicked 3 goals and tallied 16 possessions.


Receiving his first Premiership medal in 2007 after racking up 18 disposals against Port Adelaide.


One of the greatest photos at The Cattery, our 2007 Premiership team.


Round 1 2008 - the Grand Final rematch. Stokes kicked 3 goals as the Cats recorded another win.


In 2008 Stokes played 22 games, kicked at least one goal in 19 of them and four goals on three occassions.


Signing for fans at the Cats' open training session ahead of the 2009 Grand Final.


A bittersweet moment with coach Mark Thompson at the 2009 GF after Stokes omitted himself from the side.


Donning a questionable mustache during the 2010 preseason.


Stokes enjoyed a stellar 2011 season, had 20+ disposals 13 times and played his 100th game in the hoops.


In action during the 2011 GF against Collingwood.


Enjoying his second premiership victory with fans in 2011.


One of our favourite photos. A decorated and victorious Mathew Stokes.


With Chris Scott during 2013, Stokes best season which saw him finish 4th in the Cats' best and fairest.


2013 saw Stokes move into the midfield resulting in a career-high 633 possessions and 285 kicks.


In the middle of the huddle for the song following his 150th-game for the Cats.


In action during 2014, was in career-best form before suffering an ankle injury in round 14.


Celebrating a goal earlier this year. Thank you Stokesy, it's been a pleasure to watch each of your 188 games.