Amidst an eventful week at Moorabbin, the Saints will be determined to come out firing against the Bulldogs on Sunday.

Alan Richardson’s departure on Tuesday will see Brett Ratten take the reins for the first time this weekend, but after a much better outing against the Cats, will we see the same 22?

Defender Brandon White (23 disposals, seven marks) was once again at his fluent best across half-back for Sandringham, putting on a clinic of precise kicking, proficient rebounding and aerial prowess.

The classy left-footer has managed just one senior game in 2019, but his hard approach and intercepting ability could see him regain his spot.

Rookie midfielder Doulton Langlands showed more of the explosiveness he thrived on as a junior, racking up 22 disposals and seven tackles in a standout showing in the middle.

Big man Jonathon Marsh was an equally notable presence for the Zebras, with 18 disposals, seven marks and an impressive running goal to boot.

Endurance king Ed Phillips faces a hamstring test this week as he looks to make himself available for senior selection.

Irishman Darragh Joyce reeled in nine marks and was solid down back in the VFL, while ex-Blue Sam Rowe did his chances of a St Kilda debut no harm with a 24 hit-out, eight-tackle performance in the ruck.

The Saints face the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium at 4.40pm on Sunday, 21 July.