FORMER England captain Jack Welsby made a successful return from a shoulder injury as St Helens accelerated away from brave York at the death.
With an hour played at Brewdog Stadium, the Knights were snapping at Saints’ heals. But a try to newly re-signed Alex Walmsley kicked them clear and then they put their foot down for a comfortable 40-16 win.
Welsby was named on the bench for his return ahead of the Challenge Cup semis next week and came on in the second half to enthusiastic applause.
Loaned for a week from Hull KR once more, Bill Leyland posted the first try of the match with Daryl Clarke seemingly rested.
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