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MELBOURNE,June 17,2025 – Carlton fans,brace yourselves. Key forwards Matthew Cottrell and Harry McKay are both facing time on the sidelines after recent specialist consultations, possibly impacting the team’s performance as the season progresses.
injury Updates for the Blues
Carlton is dealing with a string of injuries ahead of round 15,impacting several key players.
- Matthew Cottrell and Harry McKay both underwent procedures.
- Nic newman is cleared to return to full training.
- Charlie Curnow is aiming to play against North Melbourne.
What’s the latest on the injury front? Carlton General Manager of Football Brad Lloyd announced on Tuesday that Matthew Cottrell will miss the remainder of the 2025 season due to a navicular stress fracture, while Harry McKay is expected to return between Rounds 19 and 21 after a knee arthroscope.
cottrell’s Setback
Cottrell, 25, will be out for the rest of the season after needing surgery to correct the stress fracture. Lloyd emphasized cottrell’s team-first attitude and resilience, stating he’ll bring his energy to rehab.
McKay’s Knee Procedure
McKay’s knee arthroscope was completed today. He is expected to return to play between Rounds 19 and 21. The procedure gives him the best opportunity to return in the back half of the season, according to Lloyd.
newman’s Return
Defender Nic Newman has been cleared to join full training this week. His progress will be assessed over the next month to determine his return to play later in the season.
Other Players
Charlie Curnow, who was subbed out of Sunday’s win against West Coast, is progressing well and is aiming to train fully later this week. Lachie Cowan and Hudson O’Keeffe, are also dealing with hamstring issues, and Sam Walsh is recovering from a foot injury.
Player Injury Updates
Here’s a rapid rundown of the players and their expected return dates:
- Harry McKay (knee): Recovery phase, availability Rounds 19 – 21, arthroscope completed.
- Matthew Cottrell (foot): Recovery phase, will miss the remainder of the 2025 season, has undergone surgery.
- Hudson O’Keeffe (hamstring): Modified program, availability Rounds 18-19, low-grade hamstring strain.
- Charlie Curnow (calf tightness): Full training, availability Test, aiming to train fully this week.
- Nic Newman (knee): Integrate into full training, availability TBC.
- Lachie Cowan (hamstring): Full training, availability test, aiming to train this week.
- Sam Walsh (foot): modified program, availability Rounds 19-20.
did you know? The club has been exploring the best course of rehabilitation for Cottrell over the past fortnight.
