St Kilda faces a mounting injury list with key players Rowan Marshall, Mattaes Phillipou, and Dougal Howard doubtful for the season opener. West Coast's Elliot Yeo will also miss the early rounds due to knee and ankle injuries.
St Kilda ruckman Rowan Marshall faces an uncertain start to the AFL season due to a stress fracture in his pelvis. This injury adds to a growing list of concerns for the Saints, who are aiming for a finals return after finishing 12th last year. Marshall, along with young star Mattaes Phillipou (femur stress fracture) and backman Dougal Howard (dislocated shoulder), are all doubtful for the season opener against Adelaide on March 16.
The severity of Marshall's injury will be assessed after a CT scan, and his availability for round one remains unclear. The Saints recently recruited Harry Boyd from the SANFL as ruck cover, and he could be thrust into action sooner than anticipated. Phillipou, a former top-10 draft pick, faces a 10- to 14-week setback, potentially ruling him out until round six at the earliest. Howard's shoulder injury will also require further evaluation.Meanwhile, West Coast midfielder Elliot Yeo will miss the opening rounds of the season after sustaining a medial ligament injury to his right knee and syndesmosis damage to his right ankle during a training session. The Eagles' general manager of football, Gavin Bell, acknowledged the inherent risks involved in pre-season training, stating that Yeo's injuries are a setback but a reminder of the importance of careful preparation. The club will provide further updates on Yeo's recovery as it progresses
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