THE likely return of Nick Riewoldt, Jack Lonie and Sam Gilbert this weekend would bring experience to St Kilda's line up to play Fremantle at Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Only Jimmy Webster (groin) is certain to miss following Sunday’s 63-point loss to Port Adelaide, with Billy Longer expected to train on Thursday and take on Fremantle following a concussion.

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The three emergencies who travelled to South Australia were Seb Ross, Cameron Shenton and Nathan Wright.

Each of these three had put together a solid batch of VFL form before Sandringham’s scheduled bye last weekend.

Other players under consideration are Darren Minchington, Josh Saunders and the in-form Blake Acres.

Fremantle play St Kilda at Etihad Stadium on Sunday 9 August. Bounce down is at 4.40pm local time.