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2 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Transferred to Timbers Bassett was transferred from Colorado Rapids to Portland Timbers and signed a contract until 2027, his new club announced. "We are thrilled to welcome Cole to the Portland Timbers....

Impact Bassett joins Portland after seven seasons with the Colorado Rapids, where he made 157 MLS appearances with 31 goals and 23 assists. The 24-year-old midfielder posted his best MLS season in 2024 with nine goals and seven assists, then added three goals and four assists across 28 matches in the 2025 campaign. He also gained European experience with loan spells at Feyenoord and Fortuna Sittard in the Eredivisie before returning to MLS. At international level, Bassett has one senior cap for the United States, scoring the game-winning goal on his debut against Bosnia and Herzegovina in December 2021.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in defeat Bassett registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Bassett sent more than four crosses in a match for a fifth time this season, but this marked the first one of those outings where he did not record an accurate cross. This also marked his second straight game accounting for a shot on target, and his 10th consecutive appearance with a chance created.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Bassett scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Bassett scored the opener in the 10th minute with his third goal in the campaign. The midfielder also logged a season-high five shots in the match. He has three assists to his name so far as well.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Paxten Aaronson and Cole Bassett score goals, Rapids beat Dynamo 2-1

Paxten Aaronson scored his first goal of the season in the sixth minute of stoppage time and the Colorado Rapids beat the Houston Dynamo 2-1

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Dejan Joveljic scores twice and Sporting KC beats Rapids 4-2 to end six-match winless streak

Dejan Joveljic scored a goal in each half and Sporting Kansas City ended a six-match winless streak with a 4-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Seven crosses in heavy defeat Bassett registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Bassett tried to create for his team with seven crosses, including six corners, but they couldn't create and lost out 3-0 on the road to LA Galaxy. He had two chances created, which made it four games in a row in which he has reached this number. He has struggled in this season only scoring two goals and creating two assists compared to his nine goals and six assists of last season.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses, four corners Bassett had six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Minnesota United.

Impact Bassett updated his 2025's high in crosses. For the year, he has six of them accurate. Usually, the Rapids do not give him corner-kicking duties, but he got his first opportunities Sunday.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uhre scores 2 late goals, Union beat Rapids, extend their home unbeaten streak to 11

Mikael Uhre subbed on in the 73rd minute and score two goals, Tai Baribo also scored a goal and the Philadelphia Union beat the Colorado Rapids 3-1

JULY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Darren Yapi scores equalizer as Rapids rally from three goals down to tie Sounders 3-3

Darren Yapi subbed in and scored the equalizer in the 75th minute and the Colorado Rapids rallied for a 3-3 draw with Seattle after the Sounders blew a three-goal lead

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Available as substitute Friday Bassett (ankle) is on the bench Friday against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Bassett has bounced back after struggling to regain fitness in recent weeks, staying out of five of the previous six games. He should be a strong attacking midfield option if required in upcoming clashes, challenging all of Djordje Mihailovic, Ted Ku-DiPietro and Calvin Harris. In that case, Bassett will look to improve on his current totals of one goal and two assists across 14 MLS appearances.

JULY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host Sporting Kansas City in Western Conference action

The Colorado Rapids host Sporting Kansas City in a conference matchup

JULY 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Out Wednesday Bassett (ankle) is out for Wednesday's clash with LA Galaxy, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Bassett isn't an option for Wednesday's clash due to an ankle issue. He returned to the bench against Orlando, but now lands back on the injury report. Bassett's next chance to return is a Saturday trip to New England.

JUNE 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Orlando match Bassett (ankle) is on the bench Saturday against Orlando City.

Impact Bassett could be an option to replace Oliver Larraz, Joshua Atencio or Djordje Mihailovic in midfield after overcoming a problem that kept him out of three games. While being a frequent starter in the early stages of the campaign, Bassett has produced one goal and two assists over 13 appearances.

JUNE 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host Orlando City in non-conference play

The Colorado Rapids and Orlando City square off in a non-conference matchup

JUNE 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids play Austin in conference matchup

Austin takes on the Colorado Rapids in Western Conference action

JUNE 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers

The Colorado Rapids come into a matchup against the Portland Timbers after recording two straight shutout wins

MAY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Out with ankle injury Bassett is out for the time being due to an ankle injury he suffered in the club's last outing.

Impact Bassett is going to the sidelines for a bit of time, as he is dealing with an ankle injury after an early exit last outing. This is tough news, as he did earn the start in their last two games. That said, this will force a change, with Connor Ronan as a possible replacement.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on Saturday Bassett was injured and subbed out in the 79th minute of Saturday's 1-0 win against Real Salt Lake. He assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate...

Impact Bassett assisted the winning goal for Djordje Mihailovic in the 70th minute but was forced off nine minutes later with a black eye. This was his second assist of the campaign, and his availability for the weekend clash against St. Louis City SC will depend on the severity of the injury.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Bassett (calf) is on the bench in Saturday's game against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Bassett is ready to feature as a backup option after missing one match with a calf discomfort. He was a regular starter prior to the injury, and he played different positions in both central and wide zones. The midfielder, who has scored one goal and an assist in 10 matches, should be a strong alternative to Saturday's starter Connor Ronan.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Espinoza leads the San Jose Earthquakes against the Colorado Rapids

Cristian Espinoza leads the San Jose Earthquakes into a matchup with the Colorado Rapids after a two-goal outing against the Portland Timbers

MAY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Out against D.C. Bassett (calf) is out for Saturday's trip to D.C. United, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Bassett is a surprise addition to the injury report, and is a major loss for Saturday's clash. Kevin Cabral could come into the starting XI with Bassett ruled out for the match. Bassett's next chance to play is a May 10 clash with San Jose.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assist versus San Diego Bassett assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win against San Diego FC.

Impact Bassett was the recipient of his first assist of the season Saturday, finding Rafael Navarro in the 60th minute of the contest. This gives him his second goal contribution of the season, earning a goal three games ago. He still has yet to miss a start this season, appearing and starting in all eight of the club's contests this season.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Darren Yapi, Rafael Navarro score in second half to lead Rapids to 3-2 victory over San Diego

Darren Yapi and Rafael Navarro scored seven minutes apart in the second half to rally the Colorado Rapids to a 3-2 victory over expansion side San Diego FC

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Decent in Charlotte meeting Bassett generated three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Charlotte FC.

Impact Bassett wasn't exceptional but contributed across multiple categories on both ends of the pitch against Charlotte. He has recorded 12 shots (three on target), two chances created, eight crosses (two accurate), and eight tackles (four won) in six appearances this season. He will look for his second goal contribution of the season against Vancouver on Saturday.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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