Back at Providence Swedish Performance this morning and unfortunately this is the 3rd day Paul Rothrock has been absent from #Sounders training.
No word on the severity of his injury but it is something to monitor. Good news is that Georgi seems to be in full training again.
I appreciate it. My wife must have put that white decoration in front of the magazine because it's blocking it a bit 😂
It wasn't my best segment for Fox 13 TBH but I'm glad the shot of the back ground looked pretty clean.
Georgi Minoungou appears to be in full training this morning. As Schmetzer indicated, Georgi does have a some sort of small fracture at the bottom of his right foot and his availability will depend pain tolerance.
On the other hand Paul Rothrock not out here today 🤔
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Brian Schmetzer shared that Paul Rothrock "dinged his foot" during the #RSL game and they are assessing his status.
Georgi Minoungou seems to have a foot injury that for now might not keep him out depending on pain tolerance.
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It was another busy week. @elrolonw.bsky.social and @jeremiah.sounderatheart.com will get you caught up.
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Jordan Morris, Georgi Minoungou and Stuart Hawkins are all working away from the main group.
It's a positive news for the #Sounders to at least see Jordan out here doing some agility exercises. We will ask Brian Schmetzer updates on all 3 players.
Partial good news from the #Sounders
Brian Schmetzer shared that Hassani Dotson is not in concussion protocol but unfortunately Jordan Morris will be out approximately 4 weeks with a grade 1A quad injury.
For what is worth, at least it is not a long term injury for Jordan.
It was a comfortable 2-0 win for the #Sounders but injuries to Morris and Dotson damper Seattle’s home opener.
@AriLiljenwall & I shared our takes on the game.
- Pauly Primetime effect
- Ferreira off to a strong start
- Injuries and depth
- Standouts
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Jordan Morris comes of the field with a non-contact injury 8 minutes into the #Sounders home opener.
Absolutely devastating to see him come off the field with his head down. Hopefully it is not a serious injury.
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We are days away from the #Sounders #MLS season opener and we discussed the latest information about the team on @LobbingScorcher Kick-off with @AriLiljenwall
- Reed Baker-Whiting traded to Nashville SC
- Osaze pushing for a starting spot
- Season expectations
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Danny Leyva has established himself as a starter with Necaxa. @elrolonw.bsky.social caught up with him to discuss how life is treating him in Mexico.
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Had a chance to catch up with #Sounders Academy product Danny Leyva on a @sounderatheart.com t / @lobbingscorchers.com rcher exclusive:
🇲🇽 Move to #LigaBBVAMX
⚽️ On field success with #Necaxa
🏟 New home & fan base
🤝 Carranza partnership
🗣 Message for Sounders fans
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🇺🇸🟡 Sources: Nashville SC is finalizing deal to acquire USYNT wingback Reed Baker-Whiting from the Seattle Sounders. @elrolonw.bsky.social 1st reported
I’m told cash trade around $800k + add ons
Baker-Whiting, 20, has made 79 first team apps. Plays either fullback spot
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Per sources: Nashville SC is closing on a deal that would send Reed Baker-Whiting to Nashville SC. With depth at Winger/Wingback it makes sense for #Sounders to make this move.
I'm sure new Nashville assistant Chris Little was probably a factor in the club's interest in Reed.
We are a week away from the #Sounders taking the field in their home opener.
In this episode of What We Learned this week @JeremiahOshan & I shared thoughts on the team's 2026 season, the potential starting XI & the team's last pre-season game.
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I asked Schmetzer about his approach to replacing Obed Vargas and he shared that "Hassani has the inside track" on taking over that role.
The #Sounders head coach pointed to Dotson's #MLS experience as a contributing factor.
Full scrum:
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Danny Musovski was working separately this morning. Brian Schmetzer had mentioned the striker had been dealing with some back discomfort.
We'll ask more on his status after #Sounders training session.
Back from Spain to talk about Obed Vargas’ transfer, Georgi Minoungou rumors and who @jeremiah.sounderatheart.com and @elrolonw.bsky.social believe will be starting on Feb. 22. www.sounderatheart.com/2026/02/spai...
Midfielder Pablo Barrios suffered a muscle injury in his right thigh in yesterday's #CopadelRey win over #RealBetis & could be out 3-4 weeks.
With Cardoso also dealing with injuries, Obed Vargas could have a chance to get his 1st start & home debut with #AtleticoMadrid on Sunday.
I'm told Atlético Nacional is indeed finalizing a deal with Toronto FC that would send the 20 year-old to the #MLS side as @CLMerlo
reported.
Emilio is one of the potential U22 strikers #Sounders was following closely.
Deal still not done but Emilio is an interesting prospect.
Paul Arriola celebrated his 31st birthday by playing about 30 mins today. He says he’s a bit ahead of schedule and feels like he will be available for season opener.
💣🇨🇴✅ BREAKING: Minnesota United is finalizing a deal to sign Colombian star James Rodriguez, per sources.
James Rodriguez will NOT be a designated player. Short-term deal.
James is coming to MLS.
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Not exactly. I don't think we'll see them specifically as dual strikers but they'll absolutely have more minutes on the attacking end. IMO Brian will stick with a lone striker and if Osaze continues to perform JoMo will play LW where there will be times when he comes inside closer as a secondary ST
We are in beautiful Marbella for some football action
It is the #Sounders coming up on top 3-1 over Hammarby in a game that was controlled by the #MLS side for the most part.
Osaze De Rosario continues to impress in pre-season scoring a brace, while Jesus Ferreira was a huge part of chance creation and had a goal of his own.
Don't forget to put your alarms before going to sleep.
Tomorrow the #Sounders will broadcast their friendlies in Marbella if the weather allows for the games to be played.
Current schedule:
VS Hammarby IF, 4 a.m. PT*
VS Metalist FC 1925, 7 a.m. PT*
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I sure hope so. I feel like because Rodrigo Mendoza already has La Liga experience he could have an edge on minutes too. It he great to see Obed at least make the bench.
