Portsmouth boss optimistic over striker's Shrewsbury involvementÂ
The striker limped out in the first half of last weekend's 3-0 victory over Plymouth with a hamstring injury.
After a scan on Monday, Hawkins was left out of the Blues' squad for their 4-0 Checkatrade Trophy victory against Gillingham a day later.
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Hide AdBut the Dagenham & Redbridge marksman trained this morning ahead of the Shrews' visit to Fratton Park.
And boss Kenny Jackett is hopeful Hawkins will be involved in the game.
He said: '˜Hawkins trained this morning and looks okay, so I'm optimistic for the weekend.
'˜Hopefully he is alright.'
However, Jack Whatmough (hamstring) and Anton Walkes (groin) will miss Saturday's clash.
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Hide AdThe pair came off injured at half-time against Plymouth and are both set for a short spell on the sidelines.Â
The manager added: '˜Anton Walkes and Whatmough will take a little bit longer.
'˜I think, possibly, the week after next for them.'
Pompey will also be without Ronan Curtis against Shrewsbury after he was called-up for Republic of Ireland under-21 duty.Â