Conor Whelan return from injury to help Galway see off Carlow 

Whelan hit three points, had a goal disallowed, set up another one and was involved in a handful of other scores as Galway pulled away for a comfortable win as they prepare to host Kilkenny next Sunday.

LOW KEY AFFAIR: The introduction of captain Conor Whelan helped Galway see off Carlow in a low-key Leinster SHC tie in ideal conditions at Pearse Stadium. Pic: Ray Ryan/Sportsfile

Leinster SHC: Galway 2-25 Carlow 2-14

The introduction of captain Conor Whelan helped Galway see off Carlow in a low-key Leinster SHC tie in ideal conditions at Pearse Stadium.