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Dealing with groin injury Shaffelburg won't participate in Canada's January camp due to a groin injury, according to Matthew Scianitti of TSN.

Impact Shaffelburg underwent surgery for what was described as a "degenerative condition that required a procedure." Shaffelburg is expected to be out for around two months, which will cause him to miss the start of the 2026 MLS season.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Reports: LAFC set to acquire Nashville's Jacob Shaffelburg Deadspin | Reports: LAFC set to acquire Nashville's Jacob Shaffelburg

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Traded to LAFC Shaffelburg has been traded to LAFC from Nashville, according to his new club.

Impact Shaffelburg is making a transition in his career but will remain an MLS player, with the midfielder traded to LAFC after three years with Nashville. This comes after he started in 13 of his 26 appearances last season, recording four goals and two assists. He will have to work out a role with his new club but is likely for more of a rotational option, a rotational role for most of his career.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Shaffelburg scored on his only shot in 56 minutes of action in Saturday's 5-2 loss to Inter Miami.

Impact Shaffelburg finished the regular season with four goals and two assists, and he figures to be a key part of Nashville's postseason plans as long as he's healthy. Up next is a Best-of-3 first round playoff tilt with Inter Miami, kicking off on Friday in Florida.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi's 2nd career MLS hat trick gives Inter Miami 5-2 edge over Nashville

Lionel Messi scored his second career MLS hat trick, propelling Inter Miami to a 5-2 win over Nashville SC

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Jacob Shaffelburg TAKES THE LEAD for Nashville vs. Inter Miami!

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Nashville seeks to break losing streak in matchup with the Houston Dynamo

Nashville aims to stop a three-game skid when it hosts the Houston Dynamo

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Bags goal in loss Shaffelburg took two shots on goal, sent in two crosses, created two chances, and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Orlando City. He also committed two fouls and picked up a...

Impact Shaffelburg entered the match at halftime and made an instant impact in the Nashville SC attack, bagging his third goal of the campaign. He now has two goals and two assists across his last five appearances, and it appears that he will be a critical piece of the attack down the stretch. Up next is a good matchup at home versus the Houston Dynamo on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Duncan McGuire scores in 2nd-half stoppage time to give Orlando a 3-2 victory over Nashville

Duncan McGuire scored his second goal of the season in second-half stoppage time to give Orlando a 3-2 victory over Nashville on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists twice in win Shaffelburg took two shots (one on goal), created two chances, sent in two crosses, and supplied two assists in Saturday's 5-1 win over Orlando City.

Impact Shaffelburg has been electric since returning to the starting lineup, notching a goal and two assists over the last two games. When healthy, the Canadian attacker adds a big boost to the Nashville lineup, and he's in a good spot to continue to shine in Saturday's Eastern Conference showdown at home against Atlanta United.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar both score twice in first half to lead Nashville over Orlando City 5-1

Sam Surridge and Hany Mukhtar both had two goals by halftime to help Nashville SC breeze to a 5-1 victory over Orlando City

AUGUST 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores first since May Shaffelburg took three shots, created two chances, and scored the opener in Sunday's 2-1 loss to New York City FC.

Impact The goal was the first for Shaffelburg since May, as his minutes have been limited by injury recently. He was active on the attacking end throughout his 80-minute shift, and he should continue to be a threat on Saturday at home against an Orlando City side that could have heavy legs after playing in a midweek Leagues Cup quarterfinal.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martínez scores late in second half to lift NYCFC over Nashville 2-1

Alonso Martínez scored late in the second half to rally New York City FC to a 2-1 victory over Nashville SC

AUGUST 18, 2025 • Associated Press

New York City FC vs. Nashville SC enters weather delay | MLSSoccer.com Sunday's Matchday 29 game between New York City FC and Nashville SC is delayed in the 42nd minute due to inclement weather near Yankee Stadi...

AUGUST 17, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Saint Louis City SC hosts Nashville in Western Conference action

Saint Louis City SC and Nashville meet in conference action

AUGUST 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Available off bench Friday Shaffelburg (ankle) is on the bench in Friday's game versus San Diego.

Impact Shaffelburg has logged only 54 minutes of MLS play over the last eight weeks as he struggled with an injury after representing Canada in the Gold Cup. He's now back in contention, challenging Jonathan Perez for time on the left flank. The 25-year-old previously scored one goal in 13 matches during the 2025 season.

JULY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Shaffelburg (ankle) is questionable for Friday's clash against San Diego, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Shaffelburg picked up an ankle injury and is questionable for Friday's game against San Diego. The right flank player has started six of his last eight appearances for Nashville, and his potential absence will force a change in the starting XI. Jonathan Perez is likely to take on a larger role in the team while he's out.

JULY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville takes shutout streak into matchup with San Diego FC

Nashville comes into a matchup with San Diego FC after recording two straight shutout wins

JULY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Toronto faces Nashville after shutout win

A game after shutting out San Diego FC 1-0, Toronto faces Nashville

JULY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Picks up ankle injury Shaffelburg is questionable for Wednesday's match against Columbus due to an ankle injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Shaffelburg is going to be a late call for Wednesday's match after his early exit from the club's last outing, with the attacker dealt an ankle injury. This will be something to monitor, as he did start in their last outing and this could force a change. That said, if absent or not fully fit, Alex Muyl will likely see the start in his place.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Messi and Inter Miami host Nashville

Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami into a matchup with Nashville fresh off of a two-goal performance against the New England Revolution

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Nashville looks to continue win streak in matchup with the Philadelphia Union

Nashville heads into a matchup against Philadelphia as winners of three straight games

JULY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Canada's Jacob Shaffelburg receives second yellow card and is ejected vs. Guatemala

JUNE 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Canada's Jacob Shaffelburg sent off right before the break vs. Guatemala