But what of those dearly departed friends – some fan favourites, some sadly not so?
A handful remain free agents, some have new clubs and one loanee even saw his contract terminated on his return from South Yorkshire.
Take a wander down short-term memory lane to see how Wednesday’s most recent departees are doing just weeks after leaving the club.
9. Massimo Luongo
Offered a new deal, Luongo's departure from S6 was confirmed in May much to the chagrin of many Wednesday fans. The Australian international was on trial at Reading for a short time but things don't seem to have gone any further and reports of his likely next move are thin on the ground. Photo: Steve Ellis
10. Harlee Dean
A popular man at Wednesday despite having only made a few appearances in a second-half loan spell last season, Dean's situation at Birmingham has been flipped on its head. He said he would be available on a free, a prophecy that hasn't arisen yet. Wednesday were said to be interested in bringing him back to S6 - but speculation has faded. Photo: Steve Ellis
11. Olamide Shodipo
A bright spark this time last year in pre-season, Shodipo never fulfilled that early promise as a Wednesday player as injuries took hold. An underwhelming loan came and went and he returned to QPR, who triggered a extension in his contract. Has played a part in their friendly schedule this summer - his next step remains unclear. Photo: Steve Ellis
12. Jordan Storey
A popular man around S6 for some committed performances in the latter stages of the season, loanee Jordan Storey hinted that he would be open to joining Wednesday on a full-time basis if the cards fell that way. But they haven't and the spritely defender looks all set to challenge for minutes at Deepdale this time out. Photo: Steve Ellis