The club made the announcement just hours after their 36-6 mauling at the hands of Penrith in their last game of the season.

The list includes NRL stalwarts Nathan Green, Josh Starling, Jayden Hodges, Tony Satini, Blake Leary and Isaac John.

It is understood veteran fullback Brett Stewart could be released from the final year of his deal.

The 31-year-old missed several games this year through injury and has been considerably down on form.

Centre Steve Matai may also be released for 2017 due to an ongoing neck injury.

Full list of players departing the Sea Eagles:

Jamie Lyon – retired

Josh Starling – off contract

Siosaia Vave – Parramatta Eels

Liam Knight – released

Nathan Green – off contract

Blake Leary – off contract

Isaac John – off contract

Jayden Hodges – off contract

Tim Moltzen – retired

Rhys Armstrong – off contract

Fabian Goodall – rugby union

Halaufa Lavaka – off contract

Tony Satini – off contract

Dylan Kelly – off contract

Hugh Pratt – off contract

Nicho Hynes – off contract

Darcy Cox – off contract