BRAD SMITH NEWS

Scores from bench Smith scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 4-3 win over Vancouver.

Impact Smith entered the match in the 67th minute and scored Houston's third goal in the 78th. The goal was the first since March for Smith as he hasn't started a match for the Dynamo since the opening game of the season in February.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unused again Smith (Chest) was an unused sub during Wednesday's 1-0 win over San Jose.

Impact Smith has not been an option the last two matches since picking up a minor chest injury. He has also been unused six times since May 30, playing in three games in that span while only totaling 36 minutes.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Smith (chest) is questionable for Sunday's match against LAFC.

Impact Smith will be a minor absence if left out, as he is typically a bench player for the squad, only starting once while going unused six times. However, they will still hope for his availability, although he is likely not to feature too much either way after dealing with an injury.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists off bench Smith assisted twice to go with one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against D.C. United.

Impact Smith came off the bench in the 81st minute with Houston retaining a one-goal edge against D.C. United. Smith then supplied two assists from the left flank to put out the match out of reach. The match marked his first appearances after appearing on the bench as an unused substitute for Houston's previous four matches. Overall, Smith has made one start over 13 appearances, scored once and registered two assists.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in extra time Smith plays one minute in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Smith was able to come on for some minutes on the pitch following a minor lower body injury. He's come off the bench the last eight games, totaling a goal with nine crosses (zero accurate), and five chances created in that span.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

In question to face St. Louis Smith is now questionable for Saturday's match against St. Louis due to a lower body issue, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Smith appears to have picked up an injury over the week, as he may be forced to bow out for the weekend due to lower body issues. He has only started in one match all season, so his absence won't be the biggest loss if he is out. However, they will hope to have him as an option off the bench, likely where he will start if selected for the team sheet.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Family of Microsoft executive Brad Smith joins Seattle Mariners ownership group

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MAY 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores winner off bench on Saturday Smith scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Smith scored his first goal of the league campaign. The 29-year-old produced two clearances for the first time in a league fixture this season.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Brad Smith's clean sheet sends Dynamo past Rapids Brad Smith scored on an assist from Sebastian Ferreira six minutes into second-half stoppage time to lift the Houston Dynamo to an unlikely...

MARCH 24 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Held to three starts Smith made just three starts (21 appearances with Houston in 2023.

Impact Smith fell entirely out of the starting XI in 2023 and had a down year across the board with just one goal and two assists. It's a major disappointment for the full-back, who seems set to remain a depth option heading into 2024. Barring a major surprise in pre-season Smith won't be a starting option.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Smith assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Thursday's 4-1 win versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Smith subbed on in the second half and assisted Ivan Franco's goal in the 73rd minute. That was his first assist in the season, to go with one goal. The left-back has only one start so far in 13 overall appearances.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Real Salt Lake Smith assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Smith assisted Corey Baird for the opener in the ninth minute. He was defensively decent as he made two clearances and one tackle. He has now scored once and assisted once in the last two games. He was replaced by Franco Escobar in the 70th minute.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season Smith scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 5-0 win against Portland Timbers.

Impact Smith came on in the 61st minute to secure the backline once Houston were up 4-0, but instead he added his name to the scoring sheet two minutes later for the final goal of the match. It was a rare goal for the 29-year-old who only has scored three other goals in his MLS career. The defensive midfielder has only appeared in eight matches this season, all being as a substitute and shouldn't be expected to be of much fantasy value.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot off bench Smith subbed into Saturday's match against FC Dallas in the 74th minute, taking a shot and making an interception in the 1-1 draw.

Impact Smith has featured off the bench in five consecutive league games since returning from a torn ACL last month, and he's tallied three shots (one on target) and a chance created across his last three appearances (91 minutes of playing time). He seems to be competing with Chase Gasper for the left-back spot whenever usual starter Franco Escobar slides over to the right side.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in U.S. Open Cup Smith started and played 65 minutes in Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup victory against Sporting KC.

Impact Smith started his first game of the season Wednesday after recovering from a torn ACL he suffered last July. He's also featured off the bench in each of Houston's last two MLS games, though even when fully fit he'll likely be the backup option to Franco Escobar at left-back.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Smith (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Miami.

Impact Smith is back on the bench for Saturday's match with Miami, where he could make his first appearance since tearing his ACL in July. The left-back faces competition for a starting role with Franco Escobar once fit.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Smith (knee) is listed as questionable in Houston's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls.

Impact Smith has been out since tearing his ACL while with D.C. United last July, but he's making progress with his recovery and has been upgraded with his injury designation. He will want to challenge Franco Escobar for the starting spot at left-back once he returns to fitness.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Houston Smith signed with Houston on a one-year contract with options for 2025 and 2026, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Smith is a veteran full-back who spent 2022 with D.C. before picking up a serious knee injury. The left-back will likely compete for a starting role with Houston with an opening in the back line after Adam Lundqvist was transferred to Austin.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo sign left back Brad Smith in free agency | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Houston Dynamo FC have signed left back Brad Smith in free agency, the club announced Friday. The 28-year-o...

JANUARY 6, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

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JULY 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kamara's goal helps DC United earn 2-2 draw with Columbus

Ola Kamara scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time and D

JULY 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

ACL tear confirmed Smith suffered a torn ACL during Friday's 7-0 loss to Philadelphia, his club confirmed Sunday. He's set to undergo surgery and begin his rehabilitation.

Impact Smith is expected to miss between six-and-nine months while recovering from surgery, missing the rest of the 2022 season but unlikely to miss much time during the 2023 campaign. Sami Guediri has started each of the last two matches on the left flank and should take over that spot for the rest of the year with Smith out.

JULY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

DC United defender Brad Smith tears ACL, out long-term | MLSSoccer.com D.C. United defender Brad Smith is out for up to nine months after tearing his left ACL during their Week 19 match at the Philadelphia Union...

JULY 10, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

DC defender Brad Smith needs surgery for torn left ACL

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JULY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Torn ACL suspected Smith may have torn his ACL during Friday's 7-0 loss to Philadelphia, according to Steven Goff of the Washington Post.

Impact Smith's status should be cleared up early in the week but after leaving on a stretcher during Friday's match, his prognosis isn't so high in the short term. Tony Alfaro replaced Smith after his injury and could take over his spot in the lineup long-term as well.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE