Head Coach Steve Symonds has made three changes to his side after the Pies' snap victory over expansion side, Essendon, last round.

With an eight-day break behind them, the Pies will be looking to start strong against the Saints.

Tarni Brown returns following injury management last week, while talls Imogen Barnett and Erica Fowler will look to provide strong marking targets.

Missing co-captain Steph Chiocci to suspension and delayed onset concussion, co-vice-captain Ruby Schleicher will take the leadership reins.

Sitting third on the ladder with five matches remaining, a win here would place the Pies in good stead as they hunt for a third straight finals berth.

In: Imogen Barnett, Erica Fowler, Tarni Brown

Out: Steph Chiocci (suspension), Olivia Barber (omitted), Sophie Casey (personal leave)

St Kilda v Collingwood

RSEA Park

October 1, 4.10pm