Day, 25, will play his 88th AFL game in Thursday's qualifying final against Fremantle after foot and shoulder injuries kept him out of the past two finals campaigns.
Why it mattersDay's return strengthens Hawthorn's midfield after he missed the 2024 and 2025 finals campaigns.
AustraliaHawks supporters finally see their injury-plagued star in September; affects Hawthorn's chances against a strong Fremantle side.
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