Bulldogs defender Bailey Dale will spend some time on the sidelines after suffering a shoulder injury over the weekend.
The 29-year-old fell awkwardly in the final moments of the clash against West Coast, with scans revealing a minor fracture.
“In the final three minutes of the match, Bailey landed awkwardly in a marking contest, causing an acute injury to his shoulder,” Head of Sports Medicine, Chris Bell said.
“Scans have confirmed that he has a minor fracture that was caused by the injury mechanism.
“Having consulted specialists, Bailey will not require surgical management for this injury, however a conservative approach will be taken to allow the fracture to heal.
“Bailey will miss at least the next five weeks of football.”
The Bulldogs full Round 19 injury update is listed below.
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| Player | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
44. Tim English |
Back | Test |
|
9. Ryley Sanders |
Hand | Test |
|
23. Laith Vandermeer |
Hamstring | Test |
|
17. Nick Coffield |
Concussion | Concussion Protocols |
|
1. Adam Treloar |
Calf |
4-6 weeks
Treloar will miss several weeks after straining his calf during training. Read Article |
|
19. Connor Budarick |
Ankle | 5-7 weeks |
|
31. Bailey Dale |
Shoulder |
5-7 weeks
Dale suffered a minor fracture to his shoulder in round 18, and will miss several weeks Read Article |
|
10. Sam Darcy |
Knee |
Season
Darcy will miss the remainder of the season after rupturing his ACL in Round 6. Read Article |
1. Adam Treloar
Treloar will miss several weeks after straining his calf during training.
Read Article
31. Bailey Dale
Dale suffered a minor fracture to his shoulder in round 18, and will miss several weeks
Read Article
10. Sam Darcy
Darcy will miss the remainder of the season after rupturing his ACL in Round 6.
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