Yea, I think the likes of Buchanan, Dixon, McLean, Connolly, McShane & Durnan (if he comes) will form a solid core to a L1 side. Problem is, McKinnon stated that he wanted to sign players that could have a go at promotion to the Premier the season after and these guys are all signing 2 year deals!
Although I'm happy enough with Dixon re-signing, I would have preferred him on the left of a back 3 with Tommy at LWB. I think he'd have torn this league to pieces, especially at home. Not overly fussed with McGhee leaving but would have preferred him to Durnan TBH.