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Leaves match with shoulder injury Franklin was forced off with a shoulder issue in the first half of Saturday's match against the Red Bulls, Waking the Red reports.

Impact Franklin was making a rare start after being an unused substitute for most of the last couple of months, but he suffered the injury early in the game. The forced exit puts Franklin's status into focus ahead of upcoming contests. Jackson Gilman stepped in after the injury Saturday and should be the likeliest option to fill in the back line if Franklin is sidelined.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Baribo's stoppage-time PK helps DC United beat Toronto 2-1, snap 5-game winless skid

Tai Baribo converted from the penalty spot in the 10th minute of stoppage time, Sean Johnson had six saves, and D.C. United beat Toronto FC 2-1 to snap a five-game winless streak

JULY 26 • Associated Press

Assists in loss Franklin assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Inter Miami CF.

Impact Franklin set up Emilio Aristizabal's 90th minute strike, picking up his second assist of the season with a pinpoint delivery that the Colombian forward powered home to make it 4-2 and cap the late push. He also held his own defensively with three clearances and one interception in a composed shift at right-back, helping Toronto try to keep Miami's attack in check while winning two aerial duels in the first half. Franklin is heating up in a big way with two goals and two assists over his last five matches, strong production for a right-back.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi has 3 goal contributions to become fastest to 100 as Inter Miami tops Toronto 4-2

Lionel Messi had a goal and two assists to become the fastest player in MLS history to reach 100 goal contributions, and Inter Miami doubled up Toronto FC 4-2, upping its winning s...

MAY 9 • Associated Press

Earns another goal contribution Franklin assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Atlanta United.

Impact Franklin continues his great offensive run despite being a right-back, as he found Emilio Aristizabal in the 71st minute for Toronto's only goal. This marks his third straight game with a goal contribution, earning two goals and an assist during that span. This accounts for all of his goal contributions this season in his seven appearances (five starts).

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Back to back on scoresheet Franklin scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Wednesday's 3-3 draw versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Franklin made a second consecutive start after limited involvement earlier in the season and found the net in both matches. The defender converted two of his three attempts, with those goals standing as his only tallies for Toronto in his fifth season with the club.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Luke Gavran scores in stoppage time to give Toronto a 3-3 draw against the Union

Goalkeeper Luke Gavran scored on a header late in stoppage time to give Toronto a 3-3 draw against the Philadelphia Union

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Kobe Franklin rescues late point for Toronto FC | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Kobe Franklin made his first career MLS goal count for Toronto FC.

APRIL 20 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nets late equalizer Franklin scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Austin FC.

Impact Franklin capitalized on the mayhem in the box and equalized in the 88th minute. He recorded 33 passes and also made a clearance and an interception. He has come off the bench for each of his last three appearances and this was his first goal contribution of the campaign.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kobe Franklin's first career goal helps Toronto pull out 3-3 draw with Austin

Defender Kobe Franklin scored his first career goal in the 88th minute to rally Toronto FC to a 3-3 draw with Austin FC

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

Contract option picked up Franklin's option for 2026 was picked up, the club announced.

Impact Franklin will return to Toronto for the 2026 season after his option was exercised. The right-back made 15 appearances this season, starting 8 of them, and being a regular starter at the end of the season, contributing 19 tackles and 21 clearances. Franklin could be in line to get a larger role heading into the 2026 season.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Thursday Franklin (ankle) is on the bench for Thursday's game against New York City FC.

Impact Franklin was not expected to be available yet but achieved enough fitness to make the match squad. In case he's ready for meaningful time, the defender will be an alternative to Kosi Thompson and Raoul Petretta on the flanks. Still, Franklin might remain a backup option in the near future, having yet to play more than 24 minutes in a single game this season.

JULY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Weeks away Franklin (ankle) is weeks away from a return, accoridng to manager Robin Fraser, per John Molinaro of TFC Republic.

Impact Franklin is looking at a few more weeks out at the minimum, as the ankle injury he suffered is expected to force him out for a few more weeks. This will likely leave him looking for a return at the back end of June. He has yet to see a start and is likely for a bench spot once fit.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with ankle injury Franklin (ankle) is out for Saturday's trip to Montreal, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Franklin isn't an option for Saturday's clash due to the ankle injury he suffered against Cincinnati. The defender is a tough loss with Lazar Stefanovic possibly coming into the starting XI in his place. Franklin's first chance to return is a May 24 clash with Nashville.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in and out against Cincinnati Franklin subbed on and off the Cincinnati-Toronto game because of an undisclosed injury. He logged two interceptions.

Impact During the Cincinnati-Toronto game's 20th minute, Franklin replaced Raoul Petretta, who suffered a lower-body injury. Unfortunately for the former, he himself suffered an injury that resulted in his place being taken by Lazar Stefanovic. Currently, Toronto FC's next game is scheduled for Saturday at Montreal, meaning Franklin has barely a few days to recover before the Canadian clubs clash.

MAY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Franklin is returning to Toronto after his contract option for 2025 was picked up.

Impact Franklin played a minor role during his third season with Toronto, starting just five times but making 21 appearances. The defender's role dwindling evidently wasn't a big enough concern for the club to drop him, as instead he's now had his contract extended with an option. He will likely remain a depth option going forward.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Franklin scores off bench as Toronto edges Pachuca in Leagues Cup Kobe Franklin scored in the 78th minute Sunday to give Toronto FC a 2-1 win over Mexico's Pachuca and top spot in their preliminary group.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Credited with assist Saturday Franklin assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Orlando City SC.

Impact Franklin set up the equalizer with a perfect cross from the right flank, and his delivery was nodded home by Tyrese Spicer. This was Franklin's first assist of the season, but he doesn't have much of a role in the attack, meaning his fantasy upside shouldn't be very high going forward.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Single assist Franklin made 27 appearances (23 starts) this season, creating 19 chances and assisting once.

Impact Franklin was technically in his second season with the club, though really only in name only as he made just one appearance in 2022. This season was a true breakout for Franklin, who established himself as a major starter, and a likely piece to build around in 2024.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist during win Franklin assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Franklin assisted Toronto FC's third goal, scored by Jonathan Osorio. The assist marks Franklin's first as a first-team player and helped Toronto add a consolation goal en route to finally snapping its eight-game losing streak. Once the MLS continues in September, Franklin could continue said positive momentum he created Wednesday.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at right-back Franklin (upper body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Salt Lake.

Impact Franklin is in the starting XI a role that could be his to lose with Richie Laryea's loan coming to an end. The right-back missed one match with the injury but has started consistently before the injury and should be an option for the full 90 minutes.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injury report Franklin's status for Saturday's clash against the Revolution is uncertain due to an upper body injury, according to Toronto's availability report for the match.

Impact Franklin has started each of his side's last 10 league games at either full-back position, but he'll be questionable against New England this weekend. With Richie Laryea (not injury related) out and Raoul Petretta (illness) also uncertain, Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty and Themi Antonoglou could fill in at full-back if necessary for the game.

JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Franklin made four clearances, two interceptions and took a shot in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Austin FC.

Impact Franklin has started five consecutive league games for Toronto at both full-back/wing-back positions due to injuries to Raoul Petretta, Matt Hedges, Sigurd Rosted (upper body), and plenty others across the entire squad in recent months. The 20-year-old has tallied two shots, three chances created, 11 clearances and eight interceptions in that span.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in first start Franklin made a block, a clearance and an interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory against NYCFC. He also created a chance and won two of four tackles in the match.

Impact Franklin made his first ever MLS start Saturday filling in for the injured Raoul Petretta (undisclosed) at left-back, and the 19-year-old helped shut out New York City as his side earned just its second win of the season.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Kobe Franklin's first career goal helps Toronto pull out 3-3 draw with Austin