JOSHUA YARO NEWS

Starts against Whitecaps Yaro (concussion) is in the starting lineup to face Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday.

Impact Yaro avoided a severe injury from the issue that forced him off against Columbus. He's expected to be part of a back line alongside Timo Baumgartl and Kyle Hiebert in the absence of Henry Kessler (undisclosed). Thus, the 30-year-old could be reliable for his averages of 31 accurate passes and two clearances per contest over the last three games.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Training in full Yaro (concussion) returned to full training Wednesday, Matt Baker reports.

Impact Yaro returned to full training Wednesday, coming back from a concussion that saw him forced off Sunday. The defender has progressed through concussion protocols very quickly and is still a heavy doubt for Saturday's clash with Vancouver.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Sunday Yaro (undisclosed) was forced off in the 31st minute of Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Columbus with an apparent injury.

Impact Yaro was forced to leave his teammates in the 31st minute after suffering an apparent injury. The defender will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue. This is a significant blow as he started the last three matches and was increasing his impact in St. Louis' backline. If he is unavailable moving forward, Akil Watts is expected to take on a larger role during his absence.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic substitute appearance Yaro generated five clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Yaro entered the match Saturday to provide defensive solidity for St. Louis City as they aimed to hang on to their 1-0 lead versus Seattle. Over just 27 minutes, the defender led the team with five clearances while also recording a single block. After being named to the starting XI in the team's first match of the season, Yaro has been relegated to brief substitute appearances over their most recent three league fixtures.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract Yaro has signed a contract extension with St. Louis City SC until the end of the 2025 MLS season, the club announced Thursday. The deal also includes a club option for 2026.

Impact Yaro has been part of St. Louis since the organization rolled out the MLS NEXT Pro team in 2022 before the inaugural MLS campaign in 2023. The center-back has been limited to just 13 appearances and seven starts in the 2024 MLS season, but the team rates him high enough to bring him back for another year, and maybe two, even if he's nothing more than a depth option for the defensive line.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench at Colorado Yaro (concussion) is on the bench for Sunday's visit to Colorado Rapids.

Impact Yaro could see some minutes in this game, though he can't be trusted for significant production from a substitute role. The defender previously started five games in the 2024 season, averaging 3.4 clearances and 2.0 interceptions per contest but earning no clean sheets over that period. He's expected to remain in contention with Tim Parker and Michael Johannes Wentzel.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Sunday Yaro (concussion) is expected to be available for Sunday's contest against the Rapids, Tom Timmermann of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Yaro has missed the last two games due to a concussion, and while he's not expected to start, interim manager John Hackworth said he's expected to be available. Yaro has started in five of his eight appearances this season, but his fantasy impact has been limited.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with concussion Yaro (concussion) will not be an option for Wednesday's match against San Jose, per Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Post Dispatched.

Impact Yaro will miss yet another match as he continues to deal with a concussion. He had only started one in the previous three games played since returning from a hamstring injury, limiting him to just eight appearances on the season.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bench for Saturday Yaro (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Seattle.

Impact Yaro was off the injury report and back as an option for St Louis after missing the last six matches with a hamstring injury. He's started four of the five games played, scoring once for his first MLS goal of his career.

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Yaro (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against Seattle.

Impact Yaro might be ready to return after a six-game absence, but if he does, he's likely to be available in a limited capacity off the bench. After all, he's not seen competitive minutes since April 7, when he logged 63 minutes in a 0-0 draw against FC Dallas.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Yaro (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Cincinnati, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Yaro is questionable as he continues to struggle with a hamstring injury. The defender is working his way through the injury slowly, but he did join training in some capacity earlier in the week. Any sort of appearance in training is a fantastic sign for the defender.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing with team Yaro (hamstring) took part in team training Monday, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Impact Yaro took part in training with the group that played less at the weekend. The defender is coming back from a hamstring injury, so any sort of team training is a good sign for Yaro. He could be in line for some minutes as soon as a Wednesday clash with LAFC.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing with team Yaro (hamstring) took part in team training Monday, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Impact Yaro took part in training with the group that played less at the weekend. The defender is coming back from a hamstring injury, so any sort of team training is a good sign for Yaro. He could be in line for some minutes as soon as a Wednesday clash with LAFC.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against SKC Yaro (hamstring) is out for Saturday's trip to Kansas City, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Yaro is out for Saturday's clash, his second match in a row on the sideline. The hamstring injury is a concern for the defender, who started four matches in a row before the injury. Yaro's first chance to return is a May 4 trip to Houston.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Impacts both ends Yaro scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact Yaro scored with his only shot of the game, which was also his first attempt at goal this year, while winning his only tackle and making an interception along with two clearances and two blocks defensively. After returning from a two game absence due to a rib injury, Yaro has played the full match in each of the last two contests.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting once more Yaro (ribs) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy.

Impact Yaro missed out against Austin but is now back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash. The defender was struggling with a rib injury but is now back to full fitness. Yaro should be in for more starts moving forward though he will see rotation.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Austin Yaro (ribs) is out for Saturday's trip to Austin, Tim Timmermann of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Yaro is set to miss a second match in a row as he struggles with rib discomfort. This is a pain management issue for Yaro so there is no specific timeline on when he will be deemed fully fit once more. His first chance will come during a March 16 trip to LA Galaxy.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shelved with ribs injury Yaro (ribs) was not an option during Saturday's 2-0 win over NYCFC.

Impact Yaro had to sit out last match with a rib injury after playing 55 minutes for the injured Tim Parker during the opener against Salt Lake. He had made 10 starts in 17 appearances in 2023, keeping a similar role into the new season during his second year with the side.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back for 2024 Yaro will be back with St. Louis for 2024 after his contract option was picked up.

Impact Yaro was impressive during his first season with St. Louis, though he failed to break 1,000 minutes due to injury. It was still a solid campaign for the defender with 17 appearances, and it appears he did enough to earn another shot with the club in 2024, though it's not clear what his role will look like early in the season.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively versus Vancouver Yaro made two tackles (both won), eight clearances, one interception and one block during Wednesday's 3-0 loss against Vancouver.

Impact Yaro had another chance to start and for the second consecutive game was able to put up impressive numbers despite being part of a team that was entirely dominated during the second half. The center-back had a very difficult journey against Vancouver's talented forward but still found his way to prevail sometimes. With 19 clearances over his last two starts, Yaro will hope to be considered for a spot in the lineup during the upcoming playoffs.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively versus Dallas Yaro created one chance and made four tackles (all won), two clearances and two interceptions during Wednesday's 2-1 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Yaro was a fantasy stud for St. Louis, filling the stat sheet and doing a solid job against opposing forwards. With 11 tackles, 25 clearances and 10 interceptions over his last seven starts, the center-back has been a very reliable fantasy contributor as of late.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in shutout win Yaro made two blocks, six clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Toronto FC. He also won two of two interceptions in the match.

Impact Yaro has started three games in a row alongside Tim Parker and ahead of Lucas Bartlett in central defense, and St. Louis has won each of those three games while keeping two clean sheets in that span.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five clearances in start Yaro made five clearances and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Earthquakes.

Impact Yaro defended well as a center-back on Saturday in what was his first MLS start in almost six years since lining up for Philadelphia in August 2017. Yaro remains a backup option in the position for St. Louis behind Tim Parker, Kyle Hiebert, Lucas Bartlett and Joakim Nilsson (knee), but he showed Saturday that he can do a job when called upon.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE