It was the Perth host who won the battle of the Saints on Saturday. A Chris Kane strike just after half-time was enough to seal the points, as two bookings for Buddies midfielder Cammy MacPherson saw him head for an early bath.
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It's St. Johnstone who come out on top in the battle of the Saint in Perth, Chris Kane's goal the difference between the two sides.
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