Manager Craig McLeish has assessed St Mirren's summer rebuild and the injury to Marcus Fraser as the team sits second in the Scottish Premiership. The boss brought in twelve new players during the off-season, a significant overhaul aimed at building on a strong start to the 2026/27 campaign. According to a report from the St Mirren Mercury, McLeish is pleased with the integration of his new squad, which remains unbeaten in the league with three wins and a draw from four matches.
St Mirren's current league standing shows 10 points from those four games, leaving them just two points behind leaders Celtic. Their goal difference stands at +4, having scored seven and conceded three. This solid foundation was built with victories over St Johnstone and Falkirk, plus a draw with Motherwell, though the team did suffer a 5-1 defeat to Rangers at Ibrox in a separate fixture.
How has the new squad performed?
The summer influx of a dozen players was designed to refresh the squad, and early results suggest it is working. Gavin Miller has been a key figure in this new-look side. "I hope the fans can see that as well," McLeish said. "Gavin Miller has been a huge part of that as well." The team's resilience was on display in their last outing, a 1-0 away win against Kilmarnock on September 2nd, which extended their unbeaten run.
Declan John is another player who has adapted to a changed role within McLeish's system, contributing to what the report described as a new style and swagger. This tactical flexibility will be tested immediately, as the next fixture is a top-of-the-table clash at home against Celtic on September 5th. Fans can track the build-up to this key match on the club's fixtures page.
What is the latest on Marcus Fraser?
The headline also referenced an injury concern for defender Marcus Fraser. While the specific nature and duration of his issue were not detailed in the extracted facts, his absence adds to the club's treatment room concerns. The verified live data lists Keanu Baccus, Liam Donnelly, and Malik Dijksteel as currently sidelined, meaning Fraser could potentially join a significant injury list. Supporters can monitor the latest availability updates on the dedicated injuries page.
Where does the team go from here?
Sitting in second place provides a strong platform, but the immediate focus is the massive challenge of facing the league leaders. The international break at the end of the month offers a natural pause, but the squad's depth, including those twelve summer signings, will be vital in maintaining their form. The current standings show how tight the early title race is, with every point critical.
McLeish's overhaul appears to have given St Mirren a fresh impetus, blending new signings with established contributors like Miller. The team's next test comes at home to Celtic this Friday, September 5th.
