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On bench in opener McCarty (undisclosed) was an unused substitute in Saturday's victory against NYCFC.

Impact McCarty recovered from a minor injury and was fit enough to make the squad against New York City on Saturday, but he didn't make it onto the pitch. The midfielder is turning 36 years old in April, and he may become more of a backup option than a regular starter for Nashville this season.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be ready for Saturday McCarty (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's clash against NYCFC, Nashville manager Gary Smith told team reporter Ben Wright on Thursday.

Impact McCarty missed last week's preseason finale against FC Cincinnati, but he's expected to be available to open the MLS campaign against New York City on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for opener McCarty is a game-time decision for the MLS opener against NYCFC, manager Gary Smith announced.

Impact McCarty will be a game-time call for the Feb. 25 opener after missing the final pre-season friendly. The midfielder's role is unclear heading into the 2023 campaign, but when fit he figures to be a consistent presence on the pitch either on the bench or starting.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Nashville McCarty has signed a one-year contract extension with Nashville SC, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact McCarty remains an important part of Nashville's midfield as he made 30 MLS appearances (21 starts) and recorded an assist last season. The 35-year-old is coming back for 2023, what will be his 19th campaign in the league.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mukhtar's 21 goals takes MLS lead, Nashville tops Austin 3-0

Hany Mukhtar's two goals and Joe Willis' three saves lifted Nashville to a win over Austin on Saturday by a score of 3-0

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Jake Maher scores twice, Nashville beats Whitecaps 3-0

Defender Jake Maher scored twice and Nashville who won consecutive games for the first time since April, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0 on Saturday night

AUGUST 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Dax McCarty on what Nashville SC must do to remain in MLS playoff hunt Nashville SC captain and midfielder Dax McCarty after 2-1 loss to Minnesota United, summer struggles and what's needed to remain MLS playoff...

AUGUST 18, 2022 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Lovitz, Mukhtar lead Nashville to 3-1 win, DC winless in 6

Defender Daniel Lovitz scored early, Hany Mukhtar followed with his third brace of the season and Nashville rolled to a 3-1 victory that extended D

JUNE 25, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists Saturday McCarty assisted once to go with zero corners in Saturday's 3-1 win against D.C. United.

Impact McCarty provided one assist, opening his account during his 14th appearance. It's been a tough season for McCarty who is looking headed towards a significant decrease in playing time compared to 2021. The midfielder will hope to keep his name on the score sheet against Portland next time out.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Philadelphia McCarty took three shots and created a chance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against the Union. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact McCarty made his first start since mid-March on Sunday, and he was dangerous going forward from midfield. He will likely be back in the XI next weekend against RSL, which are fifth place in the Western Conference.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting Kansas City hosts Nashville on 2-game home losing streak

Sporting Kansas City hosts Nashville looking to stop a two-game home slide

APRIL 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Columbus Crew host Nashville in non-conference action

The Columbus Crew and Nashville hit the pitch in non-conference play

APRIL 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Shown Red card as subsitute McCarty had two tackles, two fouls and created two chances in the 2-1 loss to Real Salt Lake on Saturday.

Impact After subbing on in the 74th minute, McCarty received his first yellow card in the 93rd minute and his second in the 96th minute giving him a red card. The midfielder will miss the next match against the Columbus Crew and possibly more depending on the MLS ruling.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays strong defense McCarty had one shot (off goal), one interception, six tackles, one foul and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw with Minnesota United on Saturday.

Impact Minnesota pushed hard to try and equalize Saturday, but McCarty was there to challenge all of their efforts. The midfielder is always a force to be reckoned with on defense, and he should be good for several more tackles against FC Dallas.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in playoff loss McCarty took a shot on target and made two clearances in last weekend's 1-1 (2-0 after penalties) defeat against Philadelphia in the Eastern Conference semifinals. He also made an...

Impact McCarty was fit for the playoffs after missing the end of October with a hamstring injury, but he couldn't make the difference as his side lost to the Union. He tallied two assists in 30 MLS appearances (26 starts) during his second season in Nashville.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against New York McCarty (hamstring) is in Nashville's match day squad for Sunday's clash against the Red Bulls.

Impact McCarty missed Nashville's last three MLS games with a hamstring injury, but he's back on the bench on Sunday and might get some playing time on Decision Day.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

New York visits Nashville SC in conference matchup

Nashville SC hosts the New York Red Bulls in conference play

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Out against Orlando McCarty (hamstring) will miss Sunday's clash against Orlando City, according to Nashville's pre-game health report.

Impact McCarty has missed Nashville's last two games with a hamstring injury, and he is out on Sunday as well. Alex Muyl is replacing him in the lineup.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card in draw McCarty created one chance, made two tackles (one won), one interception and two clearances and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 0-0 draw at DC United.

Impact McCarty had an overall quiet performance, and couldn't do much to help them earn three points on the road. The midfielder also received his sixth yellow card of the season, something to keep in mind when they host Columbus on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Underperforms in draw McCarty assisted once, created three chances and intercepted three times during the 2-2 draw with Orlando on Wednesday.

Impact McCarty was nowhere to be seen for the majority of the match Wednesday. The midfielder had a few chances created, otherwise, he did not produce. He also got very lucky with his assist, since it was nothing more than an average pass that teammate Randall Leal turned into an incredible goal. Luckily, this performance can be considered an outlier.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mukhtar scores 2 goals, Nashville beats Miami 5-1

Hany Mukhtar scored two goals to reach 12 on the season and Nashville beat Inter Miami 5-1

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Nashville SC looks to prolong 3-game win streak with victory over Toronto FC

Nashville SC is looking to build upon a three-game win streak with a victory against Toronto FC

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press