New South Wales Blues have suffered a setback ahead of Game II of the State of Origin series with the confirmation that Casey McLean has been ruled out due to a quad injury. The injury occurred during a training session on the Central Coast, casting a shadow over the team’s preparations. McLean, a rising star for the Blues, sustained the injury and subsequent scans confirmed he will be unable to recover in time for the match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. This loss presents a challenge for coach Michael Maguire as he seeks to level the series after a defeat in the opening game. The Blues will now need to identify a replacement for McLean in the squad. The injury further complicates team dynamics as they prepare to face Queensland at the MCG.