St Kilda has locked away Liam Stocker, Liam O'Connell and Alex Dodson to new deals as list changes get underway.

Dodson has penned a two-year extension until the end of 2028, while Stocker and O'Connell will return on one-year contracts.

The former Blue played 18 games this season, and notched up 100 AFL matches.

Stocker joined the Saints as an SSP in 2023, and has featured 72 times for the Saints.

O'Connell played 13 games this year, taking his total tally to 20 after spending the past two years with St Kilda.

The Irishman joined the Moorabbin club as a Category B rookie ahead of 2024.

Project ruckman Dodson has played one game (in 2025), but has spent the majority of his time in the VFL.

He was drafted with Pick 53 in 2024, and has featured 30 times for the club's reserves side.

Dodson's signature comes shortly after fellow ruckman Rowan Marshall requested a trade away from the club, with Geelong looming as his preferred destination.

St Kilda General Manager of Football Lenny Hayes said each of the players had made strong individual progress in 2026.

“Each of these players showed positive signs this season," Hayes said.

“We look forward to welcoming them back to pre-season training in November and are confident all three can contribute next season."

St Kilda farewelled Paddy Dow, Patrick Said and Isaac Keeler, while defender Dougal Howard retired.

Contract calls on Dan Butler and Jack Carroll are yet to be confirmed.

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