CARLTON forward Simon Wiggins is retiring after 116 games and 10 years at the club, while emerging midfielder Shaun Grigg has asked to be traded.

Wiggins, 28, who made his debut in the navy blue in round five, 2001, has decided to hang up his boots after failing to play a senior game this year.

"I have enjoyed my journey, it feels as if I have had a long career but also one that has been and gone in the blink of an eye," Wiggins told carltonfc.com.au.

"I really want to thank my Mum and Dad, my brother and my wife Loudy for their support over the years.

"I have a lot of individuals I wish to thank, including all the boys I played with at Carlton, as well as the staff - especially those behind the scenes who go unnoticed, as well as the coaches, in particular Barry Mitchell and David Teague."

Carlton coach Brett Ratten said Wiggins had been a loyal and selfless team player.

"He has been a great clubman whom I have had the pleasure to not only play alongside but also coach," Ratten said.

"'Wiggo' was also a popular character around the place and it is fitting that he leaves the club as a life member and 100-game player."

Wiggins was recruited from Glenorchy via Tasmania's under-18s and was Carlton's first selection (No.15 overall) in the 2000 draft.

The two-time pre-season premiership player married former Australian diver Loudy Tourky in 2007. They are expecting their first child next month.

Grigg, however, has played 43 games for the club since his 2007 debut, but was limited to just eight this year.

The 22-year-old returned from an ankle injury to make his first appearance of the season in round 14, and averaged better than 20 possessions.

General manager of football operations Steven Icke said the Blues were disappointed that Grigg wanted to leave.

"The club will now pursue all options during the exchange period to ensure the best possible outcome for the Carlton Football Club," he said.

Grigg joined Carlton from the North Ballarat Rebels as the club's second-round draft selection (No.19 overall) in 2006.

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