BY FRANK IENCO

ST. Kilda is expected to be without the services of midfielder Lenny Hayes for Saturday night’s match against North Melbourne on the Gold Coast.

Team-mate Sam Gilbert confirmed Hayes has a hamstring injury, but should be available for selection after the split round break.

Justin Koschitzke is chance of facing the ‘Roos as he looks to overcome a knee injury.

Meanwhile, West Coast’s chances of beating Hawthorn tomorrow night at the MCG have grown even slimmer with three players expected to miss the match.

After only returning three weeks ago, midfielder Sam Butler has again succumbed to a chronic groin injury.

However, coach John Worsfold remains confident Butler will be available to play after the break.

Brett Jones will also miss the Hawks clash with an ankle injury as will David Wirrpanda with a back problem.

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