Baker made an immediate and profound impact in his first season at West Coast in 2025, delivering a standout campaign that earned him the Club Champion award. The dual Richmond premiership player became a trusted leader on and off the field, playing every game and showcasing his trademark competitiveness across forward, midfield and defensive roles. Baker led the club for disposals, contested possessions and inside 50s, ranked second for tackles and third for goal assists, while also stepping in as acting captain late in the season, underlining his importance to the team’s developing core. In 2026, he will lead the team as co-captain alongside Liam Duggan, further cementing his influence within the club’s emerging leadership group. At a Glance: Junior clubs: Lake Grace (WA). Debut: Round 19, 2018. Recruited from: West Perth (WAFL)/Subiaco (WAFL). Brownlow votes: 15.
