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Eric Miller - Inks new contract Miller signed a new contract with Portland through the 2026 season, the club announced. "Eric has continued to have an important presence and role since arriving in Portland. He le...

Impact Miller returns to Portland ahead of the 2026 campaign after making 16 appearances for the Timbers during the 2025 season. Miller has logged one goal and three assists across 62 matches over three seasons with the club. Miller has accumulated 228 MLS appearances across his career, including playoff matches and has been named in the starting XI 159 times over his 12-year MLS career.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers sign defender Brandon Bye | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Portland Timbers have signed defender Brandon Bye in free agency, the club announced Monday. He is unde...

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Brandon Bye - Lands with Portland Bye signed with Portland on a deal through June 2028, the club announced.

Impact Bye was in negotiations with New England, but evidently the two sides couldn't come to an agreement. The defender is now headed out west to join up with Portland. He should be an immediate contender for starting minutes in Portland, and if nothing else he's an excellent veteran defender.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kamal Miller - Completes second season with Portland Miller recorded 27 starts in 28 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) for Portland during the 2025 season.

Impact Miller endured another injury-plagued season, falling short of 30 appearances yet again, however he remained a starter in Portland's back line. He contributed two goals and added 117 clearances, 28 interceptions, and 13 blocks. Despite time on the sidelines, he surpassed 2,000 minutes for the second straight year, a positive sign for his durability. Entering the final year of his contract, Portland will decide whether to exercise his 2027 option based on his fitness and reliability in 2026.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jimer Fory - Makes 26 starts for the Timbers Fory recorded 26 starts in 29 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Fory capped off his first full MLS season on a strong note, despite battling a few injuries along the way. He still managed to contribute two assists, along with 45 tackles and 114 clearances across 2,226 minutes of play. At just 23 years old, his durability concerns shouldn't hinder his role in 2026, as he's expected to remain a regular starter following a promising campaign.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Finn Surman - Starts all 35 matches played in 2025 Surman started 35 of the 35 games played (including the playoffs) for Portland during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Surman enjoyed an outstanding 2025 season in his first full MLS campaign, establishing himself as one of the league's most reliable center backs. He tallied 247 clearances, 44 tackles, and 41 blocks while staying fit, logging over 3,000 minutes of play. Looking ahead, his future with Portland appears bright as he's expected to see significant playing time in 2026 again and is even in contention for New Zealand's World Cup roster next summer.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Velde - Valuable add for Portland Velde made a start in all 12 appearances (including the playoffs) for Portland during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Velde joined Portland late in the season, but quickly became a key attacking presence, helping spark the team's playoff push. In just 12 appearances, he scored twice, added two assists, created 36 chances, and delivered 70 crosses (16 accurate). With a three-year contract in place, the midfielder is expected to start in 2026 as he prepares for his first full MLS campaign.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ariel Lassister - Four starts this season Lassiter recorded four starts in 23 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025.

Impact Lassiter has spent recent seasons moving between MLS clubs and completed his first year with the Timbers in 2025. Struggling for consistency, he slipped down the depth chart, featuring in only 23 matches, starting only four. Injuries contributed to his limited impact, though he managed three assists and created 10 chances in 542 minutes of play. Entering the final year of his two-year contract with Portland, he is expected to maintain a similar role next season.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Antony Alves Santos - 14 goal contributions in 2025 Antony recorded 30 starts in 32 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Antony delivered an impressive season for Portland in 2025, finishing as the team's leader in both goals and assists. Across 32 matches, he scored seven times and provided seven assists, while also creating 64 chances and recording 51 tackles. Under contract for one more year with a club option through 2027, Antony's future could shift if he builds on this performance in 2026, potentially attracting interest from European clubs.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers add Bank of America as jersey sponsor | MLSSoccer.com The Portland Timbers have announced Bank of America as their new front-of-jersey partner in a multi-year deal.

DECEMBER 9 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Hunter Sulte - Lands back with Portland Sulte signed with Portland on a contract through the 2028/29 campaign, the club announced.

Impact Sulte was originally set for free agency, but in the end he came to an agreement with Portland. The goalkeeper will be with the club for three more seasons, though he's still yet to make his first appearance for the club. Sulte will be the backup as he continues his second stint in Portland.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

David Pereira Da Costa - Undergoes shoulder surgery Da Costa underwent shoulder surgery and is expected to miss four months, Portland announced.

Impact Da Costa is set to miss four months, meaning he will likely miss the start of the 2026 campaign. The midfielder played a huge role last season, making 36 appearances (32 starts) and adding four goals and six assists. He will now hope to get fit before missing too much of the 2026 campaign, though he will certainly miss the entire pre-season.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers roster update: Crépeau enters free agency, Chara returns | MLSSoccer.com Canadian international goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau will enter free agency as an out-of-contract player, the Portland Timbers announced Friday.

NOVEMBER 14 • MLSSOCCER.COM

James Pantemis - Will return in 2026 Pantemis' option for 2026 was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Pantemis seems to have won the long-term goalkeeping battle in Portland, as Maxime Crepeau will depart the club. Pantemis ended the season as the starter and seems set to open 2026 with the top job. He kept four clean sheets in 23 starts and made 90 saves in that span. Trey Muse is the only other goalkeeper currently on the roster heading into 2026.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Trey Muse - Option extended Muse will return to Portland in 2026 after his option was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Muse didn't appear in 2025 and has yet to make his MLS debut, but has enough promise that Portland decided to pick up his option. He will remain a depth option for 2026 likely filling the second or third spot on the depth chart unless he impresses in a big way in pre-season.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Mora - Returning to Portland Mora is returning to Portland after his option for 2026 was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Mora is back for a seventh season with Portland after his contract option for 2026 was picked up. The forward has been a solid piece of the starting XI in each of the past two seasons, though 2025 was disappointing for Mora. He scored seven goals and added three assists, while creating only 18 chances. Mora is still looking for his second season surpassing 2,000 minutes during his time in MLS.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Gage Guerra - Option for 2026 taken Guerra's option for 2026 was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Guerra played just eight times for Portland last season, making no starts and scoring once in that limited role. The forward showed enough that Portland made the decision to bring him back for another season. Guerra isn't likely to take on a larger role during his second season in MLS.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Chara - Will return in 2026 Chara's contract option for 2026 was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Chara is set to return to Portland, despite his role dwindling throughout 2025. The midfielder played just 1,511 minutes in his eighth season with Portland. Chara started the final four matches of the season, and should be a veteran option for 2026 when he's back with the club.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

David Ayala - Option picked up Ayala's option for 2026 was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Ayala's contract option for 2026 was picked up after a second season as a major starter. The midfielder scored twice and assisted once in 2,935 minutes total. He projects as a huge part of the midfield through 2026 taking a defensive role in any formation Portland switch to.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

James Pantemis - Fives saves in heavy loss Pantemis made five saves and allowed four goals in Sunday's 4-0 defeat against San Diego FC.

Impact Pantemis made five saves during Sunday's loss, spelling a disappointing end to his campaign. He split time throughout the season, but in the end he took the larger share of starts. Pantemis finished the campaign with 23 starts and 90 saves while allowing 35 goals and keeping four clean sheets. It was an impressive showing behind a defense that struggled throughout the campaign.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Kelsy - Four shots in elimination Kelsy registered four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 loss to San Diego FC.

Impact Kelsy took four shots during Sunday's clash, ending his MLS season with a disappointing showing. His volume was decent but he couldn't trouble the San Diego net, and he ended up with just a single shot on goal. Kelsy was solid during his first season in Portland, scoring seven times and adding a pair of assists while setting career-highs across the board. Kelsy is still improving and has plenty of room to grow as a central figure in the attack.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

San Diego FC 4-0 Portland Timbers: Dreyer and Pellegrino at the double in emphatic playoff win The Portland Timbers were no match for their hosts on Sunday, as San Diego FC booked their spot in the Western Conference semi-finals.

NOVEMBER 10 • BEINSPORTS.COM

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Dreyer and Pellegrino each score 2 goals, San Diego beats Timbers 4-0, advances to conference semis

Anders Dreyer and Amahl Pellegrino scored two goals each to help San Diego FC beat the Portland Timbers 4-0 and win their best-of-3 first-round series in the MLS Cup playoffs

NOVEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Juan Mosquera - Sent off Sunday Mosquera was shown a red card as a substitute during Sunday's 4-0 loss to San Diego.

Impact Mosquera came off the bench for the second half and received a straight red card for violent conduct in the 80th minute of the match. He's now suspended for the next league game but must serve that ban in the 2026 campaign. Despite being a consistent starter at right-back, he had a lackluster season as his side struggled defensively. Current options to play in his place are Jimer Fory and Eric Miller.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

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Dreyer and Pellegrino each score 2 goals, San Diego beats Timbers 4-0, advances to conference semis