Influential Iceland midfielder Kari Arnason returned from injury for Aberdeen, replacing Chris Clark, while Ryan Jack was preferred to Rory McArdle in defence.

BBC: Sport - Aberdeen 2-2 St Mirren

The hosts suffered a blow with 15 minutes remaining when skipper Hartley limped off with a hamstring injury and was replaced by Ryan Jack.

BBC: Aberdeen 3-2 Raith Rovers

Algerian striker Mohamed Chalali and youngster Ryan Jack also started for the Dons with Rory McArdle, Scott Vernon and Chris Clark dropping to the bench.

BBC: Sport - Aberdeen 2-2 Kilmarnock