St Kilda Have Placed Paddy McCartin On The Long-Term Injury List

St Kind have placed forward Paddy McCartin on the long-term injury list following consultation with his doctor and specialists.

St Kilda's General Manager of Football, Simon Lethlean said McCartin was still experiencing concussion symptoms.

“Paddy’s symptoms are slowly improving but while they still linger, we are unable to put a time-frame on his return,” Lethlean said.

“Given he isn’t able to train at a high intensity at present, being able to complete the necessary training to return to playing matches before the end of the season now appears unlikely. "

"Our focus first and foremost is on Paddy’s health and well-being and ensuring that he becomes symptom free."

“Once that occurs we will be in a position to put a more accurate timeframe on his return to training this year and his program and plans for the 2019/20 pre-season.”

It opens up the ability for the Saints to participate in Monday's mid-season rookie draft.

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