Harrison expected to miss Leigh, becomes dad for second time
He was a surprise omission from The Wire side which lost 20-14 at Castleford Tigers last time out.
Wolves chiefs have since confirmed Harrison was sidelined with a shoulder injury that is expected to keep him out for 'a few weeks'.
Meanwhile, Harrison and his partner Sophie are celebrating the birth of their second child.
Herbie George Harrison came into the world last week, weighing 8lbs 4ozs.
Luca, who is almost three, now has a younger brother to dote on.
Teammate Matty Ashton and his partner Lauren Spottiswood have revealed they are expecting their first child, due in January.
Ashton and Ben Currie were spotted in the crowd supporting Warrington darts king and Wire fan Luke 'The Nuke' Littler during his World Matchplay semi-final success over Josh Rock at Winter Gardens in Blackpool on Saturday night.
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