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Saints ace Max King nears comeback after injury lay-off
- Max King is close to returning for St Kilda after a 21‑month injury layoff, with full training ahead of a potential comeback.
- King has not played since June 30, 2024, after knee surgery and a subsequent calf issue during return training.
- Saints coach Ross Lyon will discuss King's return with the sports science team after next week's training.
- King has impressed in training, showing rapid progress relative to his initial knee problem.
- The club is weighing whether to extend full training or move toward a game-ready plan for King.
- King underwent knee surgery in 2024 and another knee operation in December, delaying his return.
- Lyon stated King's head space and confidence have improved since the initial knee problem.
- The Saints plan to make a final decision on King's readiness in the coming week.
- King's return would come after a lengthy layoff and medical clearances.
- The article notes the rising confidence as a key factor in King's potential reintroduction.
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