Richmond Tigers great Kevin Bartlett to get statue outside MCG

By Andrew Tate
Updated May 25 2016 - 5:13pm, first published 5:03pm
Richmond legend Kevin Bartlett. Photo: Pat Scala
Richmond legend Kevin Bartlett. Photo: Pat Scala
Kevin Bartlett, King of Moomba 1984
Kevin Bartlett, King of Moomba 1984
Kevin Bartlett strikes a pose outside the MCG. Photo: Justin McManus
Kevin Bartlett strikes a pose outside the MCG. Photo: Justin McManus

Kevin Bartlett niggled, he ran, he appealed for frees and he kicked 778 goals. The record books say he has 403 games, five flags, 27 finals, coaching and commentary to his name. Before the 2017 season, 'KB' will also have a statue.