‘Sore' Hogan in doubt to face the Eagles
A 'sore' Jesse Hogan is in doubt to face West Coast on Friday night, with Greater Western Sydney set to weigh up resting the Coleman Medallist for the trip west.
Hogan kicked nine goals last time he faced the Eagles in a baptism of fire for defender Sandy Brock on debut, as the Giants claimed an 81-point win at ENGIE Stadium in April.
The star forward was a noticeable absentee from training on Monday, watching on in a tracksuit.
Despite coming off the bye, GWS coach Adam Kingsley insisted it was merely a soreness issue for Hogan, who may be given an extra week off rather than travelling to Optus Stadium.
'There's a chance (he is rested),' Kingsley said.
'He's just a bit sore. It's a long season for key forwards. We think he'll be OK. We'll train him on Wednesday and see how he goes.' Jesse Hogan. Credit: Mark Metcalfe/AFL Photos / via Getty Images
Defender Lachie Whitfield is on track but no guarantee to get through concussion protocols.
'He was out there today so fingers crossed,' Kingsley said. 'He's still got to get through three or four more days. The 12th day (of concussion protocols) falls on game day.
'He's still got a few things to tick off before we clear him and we won't take any risks with him, clearly.'
West Australian Stephen Coniglio will make his injury return through the VFL after an extended stint on the sidelines following a nerve issue in his glute, while small forward Brent Daniels remains 'a while away' following an adductor setback.
The Giants are wary of an improved West Coast following a plucky effort against ladder-leaders Collingwood at the MCG on Saturday.
Kingsley said the signs were there that the Eagles' game plan under first-year coach Andrew McQualter was starting to click.
'They were pretty impressive. As the season wares on, the more their coach can have influence and educate, the more they can execute his plan under pressure and we're starting to see that unfold with them now,' Kingsley said.
'They're missing a couple of key players but were still really strong against the Pies. We've under no illusions, we've lost there in the past so we know every game is tough, we can't just walk in there and expect to win.'
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