SAM VINES NEWS

Substitute option at Vancouver Vines (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's matchup against Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Vines has yet to play this year, so it's unclear if he's ready for many minutes, but his return is welcome news for the squad's depth. Last season, the left-back scored once in 29 league matches, while averaging 1.9 crosses, 1.4 clearances and 1.1 tackles per game. He'll likely be in contention with Ian Murphy in upcoming fixtures.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Mihailovic leads the Colorado Rapids against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Djordje Mihailovic leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps after scoring two goals against Charlotte FC

APRIL 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids take on Charlotte FC in non-conference play

The Colorado Rapids face Charlotte FC in non-conference play

MARCH 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to grass Vines (lower body) is back on the grass with individual training Tuesday, reports the Burgundy Wave.

Impact Vines returns to the training pitch for the first time since his lower body injury. He will likely use the next few weeks to built up fitness since his injury was long term, aiming for a comeback by the end of March, or early April.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids play the San Jose Earthquakes after shutout victory

A game after shutting out Austin 1-0, the Colorado Rapids play the San Jose Earthquakes

MARCH 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids against Austin

Rafael Navarro leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with Austin after scoring two goals against Dallas

MARCH 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out for Saturday Vines (Lower Body) is out for Saturday's season opener against St. Louis, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Vines is dealing with a lower-body injury and will miss the first match of the MLS season. He is considered week-to-week and will be reassessed next week to determine his availability for upcoming fixtures. His absence could lead to a change in the starting lineup, as he was in contention to start as the left-back. Ian Murphy is expected to take his place in the lineup until Vines returns.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely for opening game Vines is still dealing with a hamstring injury and is considered week-to-week by the Rapids' staff, according to Burgundy Wave.

Impact Vines is unlikely to feature in the opening game against St. Louis on Saturday due to a hamstring injury. He has missed the last four preseason games and the Concacaf match against LAFC on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots Vines had two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 4-1 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Vines started and played the full 90 in the Rapid's playoff exit, notching one tackle, a clearance, two crosses and two shots in the loss. He ends the season starting in 25 of his 29 appearances, registering one goal on 15 shots, 15 chances created and 55 crosses in the attack to go along with 24 interceptions, 32 tackles and 42 clearances.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Galaxy Vines (hamstring) is on the bench for the midweek match against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Vines is back from a one-month absence, taking a spot among the substitutes while Reggie Cannon starts at left-back. Prior to the injury, Vines was a regular defensive contributor and had just scored his first goal of the season in his most recent appearance. He's likely ready for a few minutes Wednesday after which he should be in contention for significant time.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring issue Vines was forced off in the 64th minute of Sunday's 2-2 (1-3) penalty Leagues Cup win against Philadelphia due to a hamstring injury, according to manager Chris Armas, per the Bur...

Impact Vines could be heading to the sidelines for the club's MLS restart following the Leagues Cup break, as he has suffered an injury to his hamstring. He still has yet to receive further testing, so a timetable for his return is still up in the air. He is a regular starter, so this will be something to monitor, as the club will hope to keep him available.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Vines scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Vines saw a very rare goal Saturday, earning his first of the season after finding the net in the 39th minute off of a Jonathan Lewis assist. He was also solid in the defense despite allowing two goals, notching one interception, two clearances and five tackles won.

JULY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench at St. Louis Vines (illness) is among the substitutes for Wednesday's visit to St. Louis City.

Impact Vines is fit enough to play a backup role while Sebastian Anderson gets the nod at left-back in the midweek match. Despite having yet to score or assist this year, Vines made 16 successive starts before getting hurt, averaging roughly 2.1 crosses (0.6 accurate) and 0.8 chances created per contest over that period.

JUNE 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Vines (illness) is out for Saturday's match against Austin.

Impact Vines will have to sit out the Rapid's upcoming match, leaving the club without one of their regular starters. However, he only appeared off the bench in the club's last match, with Jackson Travis taking his spot. That said, Travis will likely gain the start in Vines absence.

JUNE 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four interceptions in loss Vines registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to FC Cincinnati.

Impact Vines led Colorado with a season-high four interceptions, but it wasn't enough to avoid the loss on the road. The left-back did not miss any time after leaving their prior game due to concussion protocol. He started in all 10 games so far, playing the full 90 minutes in eight of them.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Vines (concussion) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati.

Impact Vines is available after avoiding concussion protocols throughout the week. The defender was originally a doubt after coming off against Dallas, but it appears he cleared all the issues and isn't a concern for Saturday's match.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with possible concussion Vines was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Dallas with a suspected concussion.

Impact Vines left the match in the 63rd minute, being replaced by Sebastian Anderson. A possible concussion is the culprit for Vines' exit as he'll likely enter the concussion protocol ahead of next week's clash with Cincinnati.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts season with own goal Vines had an own goal, one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 defeat versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Vines could've not had a worse start to the season Saturday, as he not only was a part of the backline that allowed four goals but was also the scorer of one of those goals, as he fell victim to an own goal in stoppage time at the end of the first half. His stat line also provided a pretty poor showing for the defender in his return to the MLS, as his only defensive stat was one block.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

D Sam Vines returns to Rapids from Belgium The Colorado Rapids announced the signing of defender Sam Vines to a four-year contract on Monday.The deal runs through 2027 for Vines, a ho...

JANUARY 22, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

American defender Sam Vines returns to Colorado Rapids after 2 1/2 seasons with Belgium's Antwerp

Defender Sam Vines is returning to the Colorado Rapids after 2 1/2 seasons with Belgium’s Antwerp

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids acquire USMNT defender Sam Vines from Royal Antwerp  | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Colorado Rapids' offseason makeover has led to a reunion, as the club announced Monday they have acquir...

JANUARY 22, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Back to Rapids Vines completed a move back to Colorado from Royal Antwerp, the club announced Monday.

Impact Vines second season in Europe was humorous to say the least after he was left off the Champions League registration due to a clerical error. The defender never really established a major role in Belgium and he now gets the switch back to Colorado where he was a major producer after coming through the youth teams.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT defender Sam Vines mistakenly left off of Antwerp's Champions League roster

USMNT defender Sam Vines left off of Antwerp's Champions League roster due to a clerical error.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

USMNT Stock Watch: Did anyone help their case against Japan, Saudi Arabia?

Coming off two disappointing friendlies, very few players helped their cases for the World Cup, Doug McIntyre writes.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Pulisic misses US's World Cup warmup vs. Japan with injury

Christian Pulisic did not dress for the United States’ match against Japan because of an unspecified injury and missed the Americans’ next-to-last warmup match before the World Cup

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS