Nth Melbourne key defender Majak Daw has a torn pectoral muscle, the injury was sustained in a weights session on Friday.
Daw is set to miss an extended period of time.
Update June 1: Majak Daw will not require surgery.
“Maj was doing his weights program and felt a sharp pain on his right side during a chest exercise”
“He was sent for scans and the imaging showed a tear.”
“We are seeking expert opinions as to whether surgery will be required and will make a call on that in the coming days.”
“Majak has had an unfortunate run with injury of late but we will support him and ensure he can recover well, and hopefully build up to playing games again this year.” Kangaroos GM of Football, Brady Rawlings.
Daw averaged 12.0 Disposals, 5.3 Marks, 2.4 Tackles from 18 games in 2018, he did not play in the 2019 season.
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The injury to Daw will likely continue the role of Josh Walker as a key defender, Walker was impressive claiming his spot in the Round 1 team for the Kangaroos after switching from Brisbane in the off-season.
Daw is not considered an option in season long fantasy.
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