St Kilda has finalised its 23-man squad to face the Lions on Saturday at Marvel Stadium.

Key defender Dougal Howard has been named to play his first AFL game of 2025 after recovering from a dislocated shoulder suffered in the preseason.

Howard returns to bring veteran experience and height to the backline and reunite with Cal Wilkie, with the duo having played 90 games alongside each other in defence throughout their careers.

Joining Howard in the team is Isaac Keeler, who enters the side for the first time since Round 4.

Keeler played a vital role in Sandringham's win over Footscray in the VFL last week and finds himself back at AFL level.

Hugh Boxshall has been named an emergency after another strong showing in the VFL, alongside Harry Boyd and Angus McLennan.

St Kilda's substitute will be confirmed an hour prior to the first bounce at Marvel Stadium on Saturday.