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Returns as starter after illness Ragen (illness) has been included in the starting lineup for Saturday's visit to San Diego.

Impact Ragen makes an immediate return to his regular center-back role, featuring alongside Alexander Roldan while Yeimar Gomez sits out through a hamstring issue. The experienced defender should be fit enough for a 90-minute outing, in which case he may be relied on for his averages of 5.9 clearances, 4.7 balls recovered and 1.1 tackles per game, as well as decent clean sheet chances as part of the league's fourth-best defense.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely available after illness Ragen (illness) has been a full participant in training and appears to be over the flu, though coach Brian Schmetzer said he is still working to fully recover, according to Niko Mo...

Impact Ragen missed Saturday's 1-1 draw with Montreal because of the flu, and Ryan Sailor made a rare start in his place. The centre back has since been a full participant in training, though Schmetzer said he lost some weight and remains somewhat weakened. He is likely to be available for the weekend, which would restore a regular starter to the heart of the defence.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Rapids match Ragen (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to Colorado Rapids.

Impact Ragen's inclusion in the match squad is a big development for both him and the team, but he's unlikely to make a considerable impact in a backup role. Having missed four weeks of activity due to his injury, the center-back could aim to regain a priority spot in subsequent fixtures, potentially pushing Alexander Roldan to a wide or midfield spot, or ousting Stuart Hawkins directly from the initial lineup.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss three weeks Ragen is out for the next three weeks due to his knee injury, according to manager Brian Schmetzer, per Niko Moreno of Pulso Sports.

Impact Ragen suffered an injury around 10 days ago, and the full extent of the issue is now known, as the defender is looking at around three weeks out. This will leave the defender with a return around the middle of September, that is, if no setbacks take place. Stuart Hawkins and Kim Kee-Hee should remain starting center-backs while Ragen is out.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined through knee issue Ragen will miss time after being diagnosed with a knee injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Ragen's forced substitution in the previous game versus Austin led to a considerable injury, although its exact severity is unclear. As one of Seattle's starting center-backs, his absence adds to the troubles of a side that is already without Yeimar Gomez (calf), limiting the viable options to Kim Kee-Hee, Stuart Hawkins and Antino Lopez.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Wednesday Ragen exited Wednesday's match versus Austin with an apparent muscle injury.

Impact Ragen was unable to continue after 69 minutes of action against Austin. The central man had just recently bounced back from a two-game ban and had been selected as part of a center-back partnership with Kim Kee-Hee. However, if the issue forces him to miss time, the Sounders will need to resort to another option such as Stuart Hawkins or Antino Lopez.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Raegan has served his two match suspension and will return for the clash with Vancouver on Aug 16.

Impact Raegan received an additional match suspension after his red card against Austin FC on July 22. He's featured twice since the World Cup break, starting 13 of his 14 league appearances and stacking up 87 clearances with 12 blocks.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Still suspended Ragen is facing an extended ban and will miss the weekend's meeting with Portland Timbers, per the MLS availability report.

Impact Ragen remains ineligible due to the red card he received against Austin, worsening the defensive situation for a side that is without Yeimar Gomez (calf) and possibly Kim Kee-Hee (hamstring). If none of the three recognized center-backs can feature, Seattle will be expected to use Stuart Hawkins and Antino Lopez in the middle of the defense once again.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return vs Portland Ragen has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with Portland on Saturday.

Impact Ragen served his first suspension of the season after being sent off against Portland, ending a run of seven consecutive starts. During that stretch, he contributed 32 clearances, nine tackles, and seven blocks, solidifying his importance to Seattle's back line.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Wednesday Ragen was shown a red card during Wednesday's loss to Austin FC.

Impact Ragen had to leave the field after receiving a second yellow card due to a stoppage-time foul during the defeat. The defender will consequently miss the next MLS matchup versus Philadelphia Union through suspension and will be eligible again to face Portland on Aug. 1. This situation may give Antino Lopez a chance to return to the starting lineup alongside Stuart Hawkins.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Four clearances made Ragen recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sporting Kansas City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 31st minute.

Impact Ragen logged in four clearances along with a tackle during the draw to Seattle. He's produced 39 clearances in the las five matches played, making four blocks in that span while also keeping two clean sheets in that span.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 9 • FOX SPORTS

Paulinho's hat trick leads Toluca to a 4-2 first-leg win over LA Galaxy

Joao Paulo Fernandes Paulinho scored three goals as Toluca defeated LA Galaxy 4-2 in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal series

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Jackson Ragen scores header off corner kick, extending Tigres' lead over Sounders

APRIL 9 • FOX SPORTS

Starting Sunday Ragen (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's clash against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Ragen will stay active for the fourth game in a row, which is gratifying news for a team that is without Yeimar Gomez (hamstring) and Kim Kee-Hee (calf) for Sunday's game. The 27-year-old will look to rack up defensive stats after tallying at least four clearances in each of his previous three league starts, and he could have decent clean sheet chances as part of a side that has allowed two goals in four games considering all competitions.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with issue Ragen (undisclosed) was spotted dealing with an issue at the final whistle of Thursday's 3-0 win against Vancouver in the CONCACAF Champions Cup and will be monitored over the comi...

Impact Ragen was seen dealing with an undisclosed issue at the final whistle of Thursday's win over Vancouver in the CONCACAF Champions Cup and will likely undergo further evaluation in the coming days to determine the extent of the problem. The defender is currently the last natural center-back available for Seattle, so the club will be hoping the issue turns out to be nothing serious. If he ends up missing time, Nouhou Tolo could be asked to slide into a more central role in the upcoming fixtures.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Standout defensive performer Ragen generated two tackles (two won) and eight clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Ragen matched a team-high Saturday with eight clearances as Seattle earned a clean sheet with a 1-0 win at St. Louis City. Over his 90 minute shift, the central defender also logged his first two tackles (two won) of the season. Ragen has played the full 90 minutes across each of his first three appearances (three starts) in 2026 and, as one of MLS's top central defenders, should maintain his position in the heart of the Seattle backline so long as fitness allows.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Solid year for Seattle Ragen recorded 24 starts in 27 appearances, including the playoffs, during the 2025 season for Seattle.

Impact Ragen had a solid campaign for the Sounders, however, he missed time midseason with a hamstring injury. He recorded two goals with an assist while collecting 128 clearances, 23 blocks, and five clean sheets. The defender will likely remain the team's top option at center back after three successful campaigns as a starter for the Sounders.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United in Western Conference semifinals

The Seattle Sounders host Minnesota United in the Western Conference semifinals

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Decisive goal in win Ragen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over New York City FC.

Impact Ragen's header late in the second half Saturday marked his second goal of the campaign and helped Seattle secure a 2-1 road win versus New York City. In addition to his goal, the central defender led the Seattle defensive effort with 14 clearances. Ragen has started and played the full 90 minutes in each of Seattle's last five league fixtures.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Ragen's header gives Seattle win at NYCFC to close regular season Jackson Ragen's 87th-minute header gave the Seattle Sounders a 2-1 away win over New York City FC on MLS Decision Day on Saturday.Just five...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Morris and Ragen score to help Sounders beat NYCFC 2-1 in regular-season finale

Jordan Morris and Jackson Ragen each scored a goal and the Seattle Sounders beat New York City FC 2-1 in the regular-season finale for both teams

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores header in draw Ragen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Ragen leapt above his fellow contenders for an in-swinging corner Saturday to score Seattle's first goal in their 2-2 draw versus Vancouver. The goal was his first of the season. In addition to his offensive output, the central defender made two interceptions and a seven clearances across his 90 minutes of play. Over his last five appearances (three starts), Ragen has averaged 4.8 clearances, one block and one interception per appearance.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Myrto Uzuni's stoppage-time goal helps Austin beat Sounders 2-1

Myrto Uzuni scored in stoppage time, Diego Rubio also scored a goal and Austin FC beat the Seattle Sounders 2-1

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders against Atlanta United

Danny Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Atlanta United after scoring two goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

JULY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

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