No team has scored as many long-range tries this season as Craig Bellamy's heavyweights,who have evolved their attack in the six-again era.
Billy Slater was booed during his last hurrah two years ago,and the NRL and Melbourne do not want repeat scenes when it comes to Cameron Smith.
Storm skipper Cameron Smith has been expected to announce his retirement after the grand final - but said on Thursday he is physically and mentally ready to continue his career.
Herald chief sports writer Andrew Webster has been ghostwriting the Storm captain's autobiography for 18 months. This is the man he came to know.
Cameron Smith says Melbourne don't need pats on the back for their season as they try to end Penrith's fairytale run at ANZ Stadium on Sunday.
External fascination with the club icon's future will dominate much of grand final week. That could be just how the Storm want things to play out.
If Cameron Smith retires after Sunday's grand final,the Storm will look to retain players rather than make signings.
Dale Finucane hasn't played since round 14 after suffering a calf injury but may have timed his run to perfection.
Cameron Smith is one of the greats but when it comes to his future,he's just like any other player,which means the topic is off limits to his teammates.
The Melbourne captain will be free to play in the grand final qualifier with an early guilty plea,but is considering risking suspension to clear his name.
The Storm captain insists no decision has been made about his future and he hasn't ruled out one last season in Melbourne.