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BIZARRE: One of those years for cleary as panthers hold breath - What They Never Told You

The prognosis is looking better for Nathan Cleary who left the field early against Melbourne. (Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS)

Penrith expect to have Nathan Cleary back from his shoulder injury for the NRL finals in a major boost to their push for a fourth consecutive premiership.

The triple reigning premiers held their breath as Cleary underwent scans after falling awkwardly during the second half of the Panthers' 24-22 loss to Melbourne on Thursday night.

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