Life without Jim Goodwin got off to an eventful start for the Buddies as they battled back to rescue a point on the road against Livingston.
St Mirren were hoping the disruption caused from losing their manager the day before travelling to West Lothian wouldn't have too much of an impact.
The Saints looked disjointed throughout the first half, with Livi just about edging a fairly forgettable opening 45 minutes.
