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Blues hopeful Harry McKay's knee injury not serious

Carlton star Harry McKay says ACL damage has been ruled out as his knee injury is assessed. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Carlton are hopeful star forward Harry McKay could yet play a role in their AFL finals push despite a knee injury suffered during the early stages of the win over Port Adelaide.

McKay was still sore on Sunday when he presented for scans on his right knee, but told reporters anterior cruciate ligament damage has already been ruled out.

The 25-year-old, who was substituted out of Saturday's 50-point victory at Marvel Stadium after landing awkwardly during the first quarter, is hopeful the issue could just be bone bruising.

Blues medical staff will assess the scans on Monday, when McKay's short-term outlook will become clearer.

Carlton coach Michael Voss confirmed there are no fears around anterior cruciate ligament damage.

"We know it's his knee. We will get it scanned and have more updates (on Monday)," Voss told ABC radio.

"We will go through a process on who he needs to meet and be a little clearer.

"Rather than throw out small pieces of information, we will get it all together.

"It's more minor (than an ACL issue) so we are hoping there is nothing structural there. The ACL is not a factor."

McKay, the 2021 Coleman medallist, has had his issues in front of goal this season but remains an important figure in Carlton's late-season push to break into the top eight.

The Blues squared their record at 8-1-8 with the thumping of Port Adelaide and are heavily favoured to win a fifth consecutive game when they host last-placed West Coast at Marvel Stadium in round 19.

That fixture is followed by a huge Friday night clash with traditional rivals Collingwood at the MCG.

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