With one of the biggest off-contract lists remaining in 2024, coupled with the club's position between contention and rebuilding, St Kilda loom as a big watch this off-season.
Midway through their second season under Ross Lyon, the Saints will fall short of successive finals finishes after a surprising top eight return last year.
With over 20 players still unsigned for next year, including a gun defender potentially on the way out, the Saints have plenty of list calls to make over the coming months and will likely attack the draft once again.
But the need for experienced talent is sure to be considered, and there could be several options for Stephen Silvagni and his team to chase this trade and free agency season.
So who could the Saints target? We've named five players potentially of interest for the Moorabbin club...
OTHER TRADE TARGETS: ADELAIDE, BRISBANE, CARLTON, COLLINGWOOD, ESSENDON, FREMANTLE, GEELONG, GOLD COAST, GWS, HAWTHORN, MELBOURNE, NORTH MELBOURNE, PORT ADELAIDE, RICHMOND
2. Adam Tomlinson
Much like his ex-teammate Haynes, Tomlinson has plenty to offer but is facing an unclear future at his club.
The Melbourne backman has been formidable during his stints at senior level this year but hasn't been favoured over senior trio Jake Lever, Steven May and Tom McDonald understandably.
Tomlinson could slot into a void in defence that could be opened by Josh Battle's potential departure. And while the Saints would likely gain a high draft selection for his loss, they wouldn't be paying much - if anything - for Tomlinson.
Young tall Isaac Keeler is still some time from a steady role under Ross Lyon, and should Battle depart then the Saints could utilise Tomlinson as a stop-gap.
