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Reverts to midfield position Rodriguez generated four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Rodriguez was put back in his midfield position but failed to get an opportunity to get close to the net with no shots recorded for the first time since March 5. He leads the team in goals with four and shots with 20 (eight on target). The Uruguayan will likely go back to the forward position so he can continue to be a threat in front of the net, totaling three goals on eight shots (four on target) in his previous three games at forward.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty Rodriguez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Charlotte FC.

Impact Rodriguez scored his first penalty of the season, but it was not enough to give the team the win Saturday. This gives him his fourth goal of the year, which leads the team. Since switching to the forward position, he's scored three goals in three matches, which could mean that the 23-year-old will remain in the number nine position for the time being.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rodriguez leads New York City FC against Toronto

Santiago Rodriguez leads New York City FC into a matchup with Toronto after a two-goal outing against Dallas

APRIL 28, 2023 • Associated Press

Nets brace Rodriguez scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 win over FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Rodriguez was moved to the forward position Saturday, with Richard Ledezma sliding to center midfielder. This proved to be an effective choice by manager Nick Cushing, with the team still looking for a true number nine. Rodriguez scored the team's first two goals to give the club their second win in a row. If he keeps it up, the 23-year-old will continue to start at forward, with Talles Magno and Gabriel Pereira at the wings.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Rodriguez took three shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atlanta United. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Rodriguez has posted 11 shots (four on target) and nine chances created across his five starts mostly in attacking midfield since returning to MLS in March.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Houston Rodriguez took two shots in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against the Dynamo.

Impact Rodriguez lined up alongside Talles Magno in a 4-4-2 on Saturday, but he's likely to return to attacking midfield next weekend after everyone called up to their national teams during the March window returns.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records goal and assist Rodriguez scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win against D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 53rd min...

Impact Rodriguez was undoubtedly the man of the match Saturday after bagging in his first goal and assist of the season with multiple crosses in the game. Since taking over the new number 10 with the departure of Maxi Moralez in the winter, the midfielder will be the team's number one play maker and main source of goals, following a season where he logged in 14 assists, which led the league in 2022.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first start of season Rodriguez generated three shots (two on target), five crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win over Inter Miami CF.

Impact Rodriguez made his first start of the season after signing as a designated player in the beginning of the month. He was all over the stat sheet Saturday, however he failed to get his first goal of the year despite two clear chances in front of the net. The midfielder will be the team's starting center midfielder moving forward and will likely be the main play maker with the departure of Maxi Moralez to Argentina in the offseason.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active on bench Rodriguez (not injury related) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Chicago.

Impact Rodriguez's two-year loan spell with NYC FC was made permanent on Friday and is now right back on the bench with his long-term club. The midfielder will be a nailed-on fixture in the starting XI when fully fit and available.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to New York City Rodriguez has signed a five-year contract as a Designated Player with NYCFC after transferring on a permanent basis from Montevideo City Torque, the club announced Friday.

Impact Rodriguez's return to NYC will be a huge boost to the team after he spent the last two seasons on-loan with the club from Uruguayan side Montevideo City Torque. He recorded a league-high 14 assists in MLS in 2022 (including playoffs), and the 23-year-old should slot straight back into the starting lineup either in attacking midfield or on the right wing, especially now that club legend Maximiliano Moralez has departed from the club.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Philadelphia Rodriguez took three shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against the Union in the Eastern Conference Final. He also made a clearance, an interception a...

Impact Rodriguez set up Maximiliano Moralez's opener on Sunday for his fourth assist in just the playoffs alone, but it wasn't enough to upset the top-seeded Union in the Conference Final. Rodriguez finishes the season with four goals and a team-high 14 assists across 35 MLS appearances (32 starts) mostly in attacking midfield as he slid over from the wing for much of the campaign. The 22-year-old is set to return from his loan to Montevideo City Torque in January, but don't be surprised to see New York City make a move to acquire the player on a permanent basis during the offseason.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in playoff win Rodriguez took a shot and assisted a goal in Sunday's 3-1 Eastern Conference semifinal victory against CF Montreal. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Rodriguez set up Heber's strike just before halftime on Sunday for his 13th assist of the season, and his third in just two playoff matches so far. He will want to extend that postseason form into next weekend's Eastern Conference Final against the top-seeded Union.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in big victory Rodriguez logged two assists on two crosses (one accurate) and six chances created during Monday's 3-0 playoff victory over Inter Miami CF.

Impact Rodriguez got in behind during the 63rd minute and located an unmarked Gabriel Pereira to help initiate the scoring in this one. He then delivered a neat assist to Maxi Moralez just six minutes later, which doubled NYCFC's advantage. Across 29 starts, he tallied 10 assists during the regular season and will look to add to that tally during the next round of the playoffs. Rodriguez gave way to Matias Pellegrini during stoppage time once the game was well in-hand.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Rodriguez took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Orlando City. He also made two interceptions in the match.

Impact Rodriguez was solid on both sides of the ball Sunday even though he didn't get on the scoresheet himself in the comeback win over Orlando. His 10 assists this season have him third place in the MLS standings (behind just Diego Fagundez and Luciano Acosta) heading into Decision Day next weekend.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Callens scores in NYCFC's 2-0 win over Red Bulls

Alexander Callens scored as New York City FC earned a 2-0 win Saturday over the New York Red Bulls

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • Associated Press

New York City FC faces Orlando City after shutout win

A game after shutting out the Chicago Fire 2-0, New York City FC plays Orlando City

AUGUST 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists and scores in win Rodriguez scored a goal and recorded an assist on two shots and one chance created during Sunday's 2-0 victory over Chicago Fire.

Impact Rodriguez gave his side a 2-0 cushion just after half time, as Chicago fell asleep in their own defensive zone. Fellow attacker Gabriel Pereira dispossessed Fire defender Rafael Czichos at the top of the penalty area, and Rodriguez then easily put the counter past keeper Gabriel Slonina. He now has three goals and nine assists in 25 appearances (24 starts) this season.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC looks to end losing streak in matchup with the Chicago Fire

New York City FC looks to break a three-game skid with a victory over the Chicago Fire

AUGUST 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Provides assist in loss Rodriguez provided an assist, had one off-target shots, created three chances, made four tackles (all won), drew three fouls and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-2 loss...

Impact Rodriguez bounced back from the quiet performance on the previous match and was one of his side's best players here, being credited with an assist for Gabriel Pereira's goal, being involved in other dangerous plays and even providing defensive support, winning all his season-high four tackles. With three assists over his last five starts, the playmaker will try to remain productive during next Saturday's visit to Inter Miami.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in win Rodriguez took three shots (one on target) and created two chances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Inter Miami.

Impact Rodriguez lined up in midfield Saturday as NYCFC tried out a new formation against Miami, but it didn't diminish his attacking output at all. He's averaging 2.6 shots (.8 on target) and 2.8 chances created per MLS match in July, and next up is a Montreal side that has conceded 36 goals in 21 matches this season.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone goal of match Rodriguez had an assist while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating four chances during Sunday's 1-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Rodriguez set up Valentin Castellanos in the 69th minute, assisting the lone goal of the match. The assist was the seventh of the season for the attacker while his four chances created led City in the win.

JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Castellanos, Johnson help NYCFC beat Red Bulls

Sean Johnson delivered a four-save shutout while Valentin Castellanos scored a pivotal goal in New York City FC’s 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls

JULY 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists for win over Dallas Rodriguez tallied one assist, two dribbles, one corner and three dispossessions in Wednesday's 1-0 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Rodriguez gets back on the score sheet with his first major contribution in last five starts. He's been active over that period though with nine shots, 12 chances created and 12 crosses. The winger has mounted two goals and six assists on the season already.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Rodriguez took two shots and created three chances in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta United. He also made an interception and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Rodriguez returned from suspension Sunday and was active in attack as usual, but he couldn't find the score sheet himself as his side was held to a draw by Atlanta. Next weekend he will face the Revolution, which have conceded 26 times in 17 MLS matches this season.

JULY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heber leads New York City FC against Atlanta United

Heber leads New York City FC into a matchup with Atlanta United after scoring two goals against Cincinnati

JULY 2, 2022 • Associated Press

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