Geelong defender Lachie Henderson has been removed from the club’s long-term injury list after overcoming a knee injury.

Henderson’s return to the primary list is a big boost to the Cats, as the team enters an important stage of the AFL season.

Mark O’Connor returns to the rookie list after replacing Quinton Narkle on the primary list in March.

Geelong host North Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday.