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Will Hoskin-Elliott (Ankle) sustained a low grade ankle sprain in the fourth quarter of Collingwood’s Round 12 clash against West Coast. He has settled well and is expected to be available if he completes main training later this week.

Beau McCreery (Ankle) was subbed out during the third quarter of Collingwood’s Round 12 clash against West Coast. An MRI resulted in positive news showing a low-grade lateral ligament sprain and he was cleared of syndesmosis. McCreery will be assessed later in this week to determine his availability.

Jamie Elliott (Shoulder) experienced a spike in shoulder pain following Collingwood’s Round 11 clash against North Melbourne. Scans have shown a stable shoulder with no ligament damage. Elliott will be assessed prior to Monday’s Kings Birthday clash.

Patrick Lipinski (Shoulder) has resumed full training and provided he gets through main training this week, he is expected to be available for selection.

Key forward Daniel McStay (Finger) has continued to progress his handball drills and strength in his finger. McStay will join main training this week and will be available for selection.

Joe Richards (Hamstring) continues to build his lower body strength and exposure to speed work. He will be available following the bye.

Jeremy Howe (Forearm) continues to build his upper body strength and will increase his exposure to football related drills. He is on track to return following the bye.

Steele Sidebottom (Knee) will spend the next three weeks in a knee brace while he continues to build up his leg strength. His return to play timeline remains 6-8 weeks from the time of injury.

Charlie Dean (Foot) has increased his running mechanics work after a breakthrough with his biomechanical analysis. He is on track to resume running next week.

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