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Starting on Saturday Hedges (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Austin FC.

Impact Hedges is in the starting XI against Austin FC as expected after returning to training earlier in the week. The defender takes his place alongside Jose Antonio Martinez in the heart of the Dallas defense.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Hedges (knee) was back in training with FC Dallas on Wednesday and he is expected to be available for selection in Saturday's clash against Austin FC, according to manager Nico Est...

Impact Hedges missed last weekend's loss to the Whitecaps with a knee issue, but he underwent an MRI and the injury is not serious. He could be back in the starting lineup alongside Jose Antonio Martinez in central defense against Austin.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Saturday Hedges was held out of Saturday's matchup with Vancouver due to a minor undisclosed injury, Steve Davis of FC Dallas TV reports.

Impact With Hedges on the shelf, Nkosi Tafari and Jose Antonio Martinez held down the central defensive roles. Considering Hedges has just one goal in his last three seasons, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting much from him in the offensive third if cleared to play versus Austin FC on Saturday, though he should rack up plenty of defensive stats.

JUNE 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances against Orlando City Hedges made three clearances in a 3-1 win against Orlando City on Saturday.

Impact Hedges had a decent outing for the winning side. The 32-year-old made three clearances. Other than that, Hedges also made a couple of interceptions.

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in draw Hedges made two blocks, four clearances and six interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC.

Impact Hedges played well overall in Saturday's season opener, though he did concede an equalizing goal just before halftime. He'll likely have a tougher time next week against the Supporters' Shield holders in New England.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six clearances against San Jose Hedges made six clearances in a 1-1 stalemate against San Jose Earthquakes on Sunday.

Impact Hedges had a decent outing for the visiting team. The 31-year-old made six clearances. Other than that, Hedges also blocked two shots.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots and scores Hedges scored a goal on three shots (one on target) in Wednesday's loss against Real Salt Lake. He also recorded nine clearances, two interceptions and two blocked shots.

Impact Hedges has been a regular starter for Dallas at the back, but he was able to find the back of the net for the first time this year in the first half -- he nodded home a long pass from Justin Che. Hedges delivers most of his value through defensive stats, though.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

RSL beats Dallas 2-1 behind late goals from Kreilach, Rusnák

Damir Kreilach and Albert Rusnák each scored in the final 10 minutes and Real Salt Lake beat FC Dallas 2-1

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Suspended against Kansas City Hedges will miss Wednesday's clash against Sporting KC with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Hedges picked up a yellow card in Saturday's defeat against Vancouver, meaning he will be suspended for Wednesday's match. Nkosi Tafari Burgess or Jose Antonio Martinez would likely fill in for him at center back for the game.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three interceptions in loss Hedges took one off-target shot, made one tackle (zero won), three interceptions and three clearances and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Hedges led his side in interceptions and co-led in clearances, but his good defensive outing wasn't enough to avoid the loss. The centerback started for the first time since May, and will now look to get the nod again versus Seattle on Wednesday.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Hedges is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Hedges has returned from his hip injury and is on the bench Saturday. It's uncertain how long it will take for Hedges to get back to full fitness, and FC Dallas will be hesitant with their main defender, though he may get a cameo to test how he feels Saturday.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury list Hedges (hip) no longer appears on his club's injury list ahead of Saturday's trip to Sporting KC, according to Drew Epperley of Big D Soccer.

Impact Hedges could be back a little sooner than expected as he hasn't played since May 23 due to a hip issue. His eventual return to the lineup would likely see Nkosi Burgess moved back to the bench, even though he's made 44 clearances in his eight starts.

JULY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pepi leads FC Dallas against Sporting Kansas City following 3-goal performance

Ricardo Pepi leads FC Dallas into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City following a three-goal outing against Los Angeles

JULY 29, 2021 • Associated Press

FC Dallas looks to stop 3-game skid with win against Los Angeles

FC Dallas heads into the matchup against Los Angeles after losing three games in a row

JULY 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Still battling hip injury Hedges is having trouble returning from a hip injury and revealed to The Striker that he "cant really even move."

Impact It's an unfortunate update for Hedges, who last appeared May 23 before missing time with the injury. It's something that's bugged him before the year and at this point, he doesn't have a timeline to return. Dallas have struggled in the back without him, though Nkosi Burgess is still growing in the role.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas visits Colorado, aims to break 6-game road skid

FC Dallas hits the road against Colorado aiming to avoid its seventh straight road loss

JULY 19, 2021 • Associated Press

Remains out Hedges (hip) remains on the injury report for Saturday's match against Portland and doesn't have a timeline to return.

Impact Hedges will miss his seventh-straight match Saturday against Portland because of a hip injury and it's unknown when he'll be ready again. Dallas have struggled on the back line all season and this injury hasn't helped, though Nkosi Burgess has played well at times in relief.

JULY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas visits Portland, looks to avoid 6th straight road loss

FC Dallas travels to Portland aiming to end a five-game road skid

JULY 15, 2021 • Associated Press

FC Dallas visits Los Angeles, looks to break 4-game road skid

FC Dallas hits the road against Los Angeles trying to stop a four-game road skid

JULY 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Pepi leads FC Dallas against Vancouver following 2-goal showing

Ricardo Pepi leads FC Dallas into a matchup with Vancouver after notching two goals against New England

JULY 2, 2021 • Associated Press

FC Dallas visits Los Angeles FC, tries to end 3-game road skid

FC Dallas visits Los Angeles FC aiming to avoid its fourth straight road loss

JUNE 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Remains out Hedges (hip) will miss Saturday's match against Minnesota, according to the team injury report.

Impact Hedges was expected to be ready after the international break, but he'll miss another match with his hip injury. He missed the game prior to the break and it's unknown when he'll be an option again given that he couldn't recover the last two weeks. Bressan and Jose Antonio Martinez will again start on the back line for Dallas.

JUNE 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hip injury Hedges is listed as out with a hip injury for Saturday's match against Colorado.

Impact Hedges has gone a full 90 the last two matches, so this injury comes out of nowhere, especially given the lack of updates from the team. Fortunately for Dallas, Bressan has plenty of experience on the back line and he'll likely enter the XI alongside Jose Antonio Martinez.

MAY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas, Real Salt Lake trade late goals, tie 2-2

Ryan Hollingshead gave FC Dallas the lead in the 84th minute, Damir Kreilach tied it back up for Real Salt Lake two minutes later, and the teams held on for a 2-2 tie

MAY 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Minnesota 3, FC Dallas 0

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • Associated Press

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