RAUL RUIDIAZ NEWS

Jordan Morris becomes Seattle's all-time goals leader, Sounders beat LAFC 5-2

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MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Sounders all-time leading scorer Raul Ruidiaz won't return to club Raul Ruidiaz will not return to the Seattle Sounders, where he is the all-time leading goal-scorer.Ruidiaz, 34, has scored 86 goals for Seat...

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

On bench for finale Ruidiaz (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Portland.

Impact Ruidiaz is back on the bench for Saturday's clash after a knee injury sidelined him in recent weeks. The forward has already announced his time with Seattle is coming to an end, so any appearance off the bench would likely be his last with the club.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Ruidiaz (knee) returned to training Wednesday, Jeremiah Oshan reports.

Impact Ruidiaz got back in training Wednesday, after a knee injury landed him on the sideline recently. The forward will hope to make a return during the regular season finale, a Saturday clash with Portland. That said Jordan Morris has been the starter throughout the season.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable once more Ruidiaz (knee) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Ruidiaz has gone unused in each of the last three matches, and this knee injury may be a large portion of why. The forward is also simply not the player he once was, making this sort of injury much more manageable for the club. Jordan Morris should continue to lead the line.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option versus SKC Ruidiaz (knee) was an unused option during Sunday's 2-0 win over Kansas City.

Impact Ruidiaz was not used Sunday after missing the last match with a knee injury. It has been a tough season for the forward, having only started 14 times in 23 appearances, though has been able to score eight times. Injuries and off the field issues has prevented Ruidiaz to return to his full form as he is set to remain a bench option for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Ruidiaz (knee) is out for Saturday's trip to Columbus, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Ruidiaz won't be an option for Saturday's match against Columbus, due to a knee injury that has limited him in training. He's been a bench option for the most part throughout the season, and now it seems that role could be reduced even further.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return to Seattle in 20225 Ruidiaz has informed the Sounders that he won't return to the club for the 2025 MLS season, according to RaveGreenTV.

Impact Ruidiaz is the all-time leading scorer for the Sounders, so there's no question his absence will leave a void upfront for the club. However, he had been linked with a return to Peru for quite some time, so this announcement isn't entirely surprising. The former Peru international has netted eight goals across 23 MLS appearances in 2024.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Ruidiaz (knee) is "ready to play" ahead of Monday's Round of 16 clash with Pumas, said head coach Brian Schmetzer per Jeremiah Oshan of Sounders at Heart.

Impact Ruidiaz is set to return to the bench Monday after missing some times with a knee injury. He has not been given much playing this season, due to injuries and other disciplinary issues. If the forward does come back, he is already expected to work back up the depth chart for Brian Schmetzer's side.

AUGUST 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up minor MCL injury Ruidiaz has picked up a small MCL injury to his knee and is set to miss the next 2-3 weeks, confirmed Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Ruidiaz has had a rough few months, coming off the bench the last four appearances in MLS play. Depending on how far Seattle make it in the Leagues Cup, he will be in doubt to return, with Brian Schmetzer likely to keep him out until MLS return on Aug 24.

JULY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench versus St. Louis Ruidiaz (hamstring) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash against St. Louis City.

Impact Ruidiaz has been either sidelined or used as a substitute over the last six game weeks, although he did score once over that period. In case he's completely recovered from the injury, the experienced striker may be an interesting alternative to Jordan Morris in upcoming contests.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to train Ruidiaz is continuing his training with the team ahead of Wednesday's match against St Louis, per Jeremiah Oshan of Sounders of Heart.

Impact Ruidiaz is still training with the team despite still being suspended by the team. His status for Wednesday remains unclear, depending if the team decides to play him for the first time since July 7.

JULY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Ruidiaz (coach's decision) is not in the squad to face New England on Saturday.

Impact Ruidiaz misses his second consecutive match due to an internal suspension from the team. Jordan Morris starts at forward in Ruidiaz's absence.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available in training Ruidiaz (coach's decision) is back in training Tuesday, according to Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart.

Impact Ruidiaz was held out of training and missed Saturday's clash with Chicago due to an internal suspension. He now seems have been brought back into team training and appears to be ready to make a full first team return before a Saturday match with New England.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended by team Ruidiaz has been suspended by his team for a week following a postgame argument with their manager, according to Jeremiah Oshan and Niko Moreno of Sounder at Heart.

Impact Ruidiaz was held out of training Tuesday, making some question his status. However, it is now known why, with the player suspended for training and Saturday's match against Chicago due to a postgame argument with manager Brian Schmetzer after not participating in a fan acknowledgment. He is reported to only be out for one week and should be available again to face the Revolution on July 6.

JUNE 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Tuesday Ruidiaz is absent from training Tuesday for disciplinary reasons, according to manager Brian Schmetzer.

Impact Ruidiaz scored as substitute last time out, but apparently has done something to end up sitting out of training. It's unclear what Ruidiaz's status will be for Saturday's clash with Chicago, but Jordan Morris seems set to lead the line.

JUNE 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Ruidiaz scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 victory over FC Dallas.

Impact Ruidiaz was relegated to substitute's duty for the second successive match Saturday, entering the fray for the final 30 minutes. Ruidiaz attacked a cross at the penalty spot and headed home a goal to open the scoring for Seattle. After missing a match earlier in June due to a foot injury, he has yet to return to the starting lineup. Overall, Ruidiaz has scored a team-leading eight goals over 18 appearances (14 starts).

JUNE 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five shots in draw Ruidiaz registered five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Ruidiaz led Seattle with five shots attempted (one on target) Wednesday as they drew 1-1 with Real Salt Lake. Since returning from a foot injury that kept him out just one match, Ruidiaz has made three starting appearances. Over that span, he's attempted 10 shots (one on target), created just one chance and has not registered a goal contribution. Despite the recent run of form, Ruidiaz looks to be a good bet to reach double-digit goals for the first time since 2021 when he scored 17 goals over 27 appearances (24 starts). Through 15 appearances (13 starts) in 2024, he has scored seven goals.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts versus Vancouver Ruidiaz (foot) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Ruidiaz will lead the front line Saturday at the expense of Daniel Musovski. The experienced striker, who missed one league game with the problem, is the team's top scorer with seven goals across 12 appearances in 2024. He'll likely remain a solid source of shots and perhaps a few set pieces while he's on the pitch.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face RSL Ruidaz (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Ruidaz has been added to the injury report, as he is dealing with a foot injury he appears to have picked up over the week. He is a regular starter, so he will hope to get the start immediately if fit. However, the club may choose to ease him back in by placing him on the bench or out completely, leaving Danny Musovski as his most likely replacement.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Vintage performance Ruidiaz scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Ruidiaz scored the decisive goal of the match Sunday, producing a curled effort to give Seattle a lead in the second half that they would not relinquish en route to a 2-1 victory over Portland. Ruidiaz is off to his best start since 2021, a season in which he scored 17 goals. Through 12 appearances (10 starts) in 2024, Ruidiaz has already scored seven goals and is averaging just under two shots on target per appearance.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in six crosses Ruidiaz had three shots (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Ruidiaz was not able to add his name to the scoresheet Sunday, but his six attempted crosses (zero accurate) led the team and were a season-high for the striker in a single match. Since appearing as a substitute in a loss versus D.C. United at the end of April, Ruidiaz has started two successive matches. In that time, he's attempted nine shots (four on target), eight crosses (zero accurate) and created three chances. Though Ruidiaz has started in nine of his 11 appearances in 2024, this match marked just the third occasion in which the veteran has played the full 90 minutes.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in loss Ruidiaz registered two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Ruidiaz was busy during Saturday's clash, trying to claw back from an early sending off. The forward ended up being largely stifled as Vancouver controlled the match through the midfield. Ruidiaz will hope for a more balanced match against D.C. United, as the sendings off left Ruidiaz will few chances to get on the ball.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruidiaz and the Seattle Sounders visit Dallas

Raul Ruidiaz leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Dallas fresh off of a two-goal showing against CF Montreal

APRIL 12, 2024 • Associated Press