Hawthorn midfielder Finn Maginness remains in hospital after suffering a lacerated kidney during the club’s 38-point win against Port Adelaide on Saturday.
Maginness appeared to be OK during the post-match celebrations, however he later raised concerns that he was experiencing “mild abdominal discomfort”.
The 24-year-old was transported to hospital in Launceston before he was flown to Hobart hospital to undergo further assessment, where he received his diagnosis.
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Maginness underwent surgery on Saturday evening and is expected to remain in Hobart hospital over the coming days, according to Hawks head doctor Liam West.
“Finn’s health is clearly our number one priority, and right now, the most important thing is that Finn is ok, is in the right place and he will recover fully,” West said in a statement on Sunday.
“We want to take this opportunity to thank the medical staff at LGH & the Royal Hobart for the fantastic care they have provided Finn.”
Finn Maginness of the Hawks. via Getty Images
Nine’s chief footy reporter Tom Morris understands Hawks boss Rob McCartney has flown to Hobart to provide ongoing support for Maginness.
It remains unclear when exactly the injury occurred in the match.
The Hawks confirmed they are unable to provide a timeline for return for Maginness.
No timeline of return could be provided by the Hawks at this time.
However, Morris noted that Maginness has suffered the same injury that saw Richmond great Dustin Martin lose over 10 kilograms in 2021.
Martin was unable to train for three months following the injury.