Injuries round 20.

[saynta]

Feom afl.com

Early prognosis

The Saints say Hannebery hasn't had a setback after missing training on Tuesday, but instead has come down with a bout of gastro, and won't face Adelaide on Saturday. Ruckman Longer will take a break from the club for the rest of the season, and is out of contract for next year. Sam Rowe didn't play for Sandringham last weekend after having hurt his ankle the week before, and Jack Mayo also missed, but the club says both were merely rested. Armitage has recovered from his concussion a fortnight ago but is taking a break for personal reasons. - Dinny Navaratnam


Getting mixed messages on Webster though.

[oldie60]

You may find that Webster may just be given the rest of the year off. Jake Carlisle played all last year with a bad back and look at what happened to him so maybe our medicos don't want to force the issue.

[saynta]

You may find that Webster may just be given the rest of the year off. Jake Carlisle played all last year with a bad back and look at what happened to him so maybe our medicos don't want to force the issue.

Yeah, maybe, Have a look at this from saints.com

"Two games on the bounce have Brett Ratten’s Saints up and about.

But with stocks replenished and several waiting in the wings, could there be changes on the horizon ahead of Saturday’s clash with Adelaide?

Josh Battle’s potential inclusion shapes as the most exciting prospect, with the fan-favourite Saint enjoying a successful return through the VFL last Sunday.

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The 20-year-old chalked up 19 disposals, five marks and six tackles for Sandringham, showing no signs of trouble after overcoming a knee complaint.

Battle’s redeployment down back has been a major highlight this season, with his strong contested work, athleticism and ability to read the play holding him in good stead throughout the year.

Jimmy Webster’s name is also one that will be thrown around the selection table.

INJURY UPDATE: Round 20

After a spate of back and hand injuries, the rebounding defender was unhampered in his comeback game, piecing together a 13-disposal and 10-tackle display.

The 26-year-old last featured in the red, white and black in Round 8, with his penetrating left-foot and bounce off half-back a damaging asset for the Saints to utilise against the Crows.

[oldie60]

Just hope its not as severe and he's made a complete recovery. Often worries me that some play injured and ultimately costs longer term.

[saintspremiers]

I hope Battle comes in for Whooping