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Scans confirm fractured jaw for No. 1 pick Lalor after scratch-match collision
SEN • February 18th, 2025 3:03 pm
Richmond’s Sam Lalor has suffered a fractured jaw following a collision in Monday’s scratch match against West Coast in Perth, reports SEN’s Sam Edmund.
The incident occurred during the third quarter of the clash at Mineral Resources Park as the No. 1 pick was shoved by West Coast’s Reuben Ginbey into oncoming traffic during a marking contest.
While the club confirmed that Lalor suffered a concussion as a result of the blow, Edmund has now received confirmation that scans have found a fracture or crack in his jaw.
“I’ve just had confirmation, and this is terrible, Sam Lalor does have a fracture or a crack in his jaw,” Edmund said on SEN Afternoons.
“Clearly, he’s going to be sidelined for several weeks now, certainly beyond the concussion protocols.”
It’s disappointing news for the teenager who was the shining light for the Tigers in the defeat, kicking two goals from five shots at goal while spending time in the midfield and up forward.
Richmond play in an AAMI Community Series clash against Collingwood at Ikon Park next Wednesday before they gear up for a Round 1 fixture against Carlton at the MCG on March 13.
