The 2019-20 campaign was a season of consolidation and promise for Dundee, as The Dark Blues battled to a respectable 3rd-place finish in the Scottish Championship in their first season back in the second tier. Leading the line was the reliable striker Kane Hemmings, whose 10 goals proved crucial in a campaign built on resilience. The season was dramatically curtailed early due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the final standings decided on a points-per-game basis. Despite a challenging start under new manager James McPake, which included a heavy derby defeat to champions Dundee United, the team's strong finish secured a vital top-three spot, setting the foundation for future promotion efforts.