Paul Ryan's expected to return for the Dublin hurlers before the end of their league campaign. The Ballyboden forward missed Sunday's win over All Ireland champions Clare due to a groin injury. The scan revealed that there was minor cartilage damage so Ryan will be out of action for at least two weeks. He looks set to miss the trip to Waterford on Sunday week but Joey Boland could be back for the clash against the Deise as he recovers from an ankle injury.