Darcy Parish is considered in serious doubt to miss Essendon’s season-opener against the Hawks after reportedly succumbing to a minor hamstring concern against Geelong in last weekend’s practice match.While the Bombers have not officially put a line through their prolific onballer, Nine reporter Tom Morris says Parish “will not play” against the Hawks next Saturday at the MCG.Morris described the supposed strain as “small”, but as we’ve come to understand, any soft-tissue complaint will be treated with the utmost precaution by clubs.A Parish-shaped hole in Essendon’s midfield could result in larger engine-room roles for the likes of Jye Caldwell and youngster Elijah Tsatas, as well as potentially open the door of opportunity to Ben Hobbs, who waits on the fringes.Midfielder Finn Callaghan, who is edging closer to a return to play from a pre-season shoulder complaint, has now reportedly fallen victim to an improbable new injury after being spotted on crutches on Saturday night.The 20-year-old was seemingly ready to make a Round 1 return against North Melbourne before he “stepped on a nail” while visiting the beach earlier in the day, according to Seven reporter Mitch Cleary.Callaghan’s fresh concern isn’t considered overly serious, but he will be monitored in the days leading up to GWS’ clash with the Kangaroos at ENGIE Stadium next Saturday
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