The 2016-17 campaign delivered a sensational European qualification for St Johnstone as Tommy Wright's side clinched a spectacular 4th-place finish in the Scottish Premiership. Leading the charge were the prolific duo of Danny Swanson and Steven MacLean, whose 10 league goals apiece proved decisive in a season built on consistency and tactical strength. Despite the drama of top scorer Swanson departing on a pre-contract for Hibernian, this campaign cemented the Saints' status as a formidable top-half force and remains a defining chapter of sustained success.