Key forward Paddy McCartin will miss Friday night’s clash with Carlton with a low-grade foot sprain.

The injury to his left foot occurred during the first quarter in Saturday’s loss to Port Adelaide.

General Manager of Football Simon Lethlean said the club didn’t expect McCartin to miss too much football.

“Paddy played out the game with some discomfort and while not overly serious, it will require him to spend time in a moonboot this week,” Lethlean said.

“We’ll reassess how it is at the end of the week and have a clearer picture on how quickly he can get back into training.

“It’s obviously a frustrating setback, but thankfully a fairly minor one that should only keep him out for two-three weeks.”