Tristan Blackmon - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Records 27 appearances Blackmon made 25 starts in 27 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Blackmon had a steady season, despite a late-season injury that sidelined him for a month. He finished with two goals and an assist, while contributing with 114 clearances, 25 tackles, and 11 blocks. The defender is already committed with Vancouver, entering year three of a four-year extension, making him a key figure and leader of the back line.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Blackmon is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Blackmon has served his suspension due to the red card he received the win against LAFC and is set to return in the MLS Cup final against Inter Miami. The center-back is an undisputed starter in the backline for the Whitecaps and will claim back that role on Saturday.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps FC's Tristan Blackmon fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following rulings after the Conference Semifinals of the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sent off in shootout win Blackmon received a red card during Saturday's 2-2 (6-5) penalty shootout win versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Blackmon bounced back from injury but earned a suspension after being shown two yellow cards in the second half of the game. The ban will force him to miss the conference final, making his potential return depend on whether the Whitecaps get past that round. Belal Halbouni could be the top replacement candidate, however, he left with discomfort Saturday, so there's uncertainty about who will join Ralph Priso in central defense while Blackmon is ineligible.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Saturday Blackmon (knee) is in the starting lineup to face Los Angeles FC on Saturday.

Impact Blackmon has completed his recovery in time for the conference semifinals following a two-month absence. He'll take the spot of Belal Halbouni as Ralph Priso's partner at center-back, where he may easily produce close to his season averages of 4.4 clearances and 1.1 interceptions per game. Other than that, Blackmon has scored two goals and one assist in 25 league appearances this year.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Blackmon (knee) is expected to return for Saturday's clash with LAFC, manager Jesper Sorensen told reporters.

Impact Blackmon is expected to return for the Saturday clash in the second round of the MLS Cup playoffs. The defender has been sidelined since the end of the regular season and is now on the road to a return. He's trained fully in recent weeks and appears set to return and displace Belal Halbouni in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

MLS Awards: U.S. Men's Team Youngster Alex Freeman Earns Honor; Who'll Win MVP?

See who'll be winning MLS honors such as Most Valuable Player and Coach of the Year, and which stars will be making the Best XI.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

MLS Awards: U.S. Men's Team Youngster Alex Freeman Earns Honor; Who'll Win MVP?

Vancouver Whitecaps host Dallas in Western Conference finals

The Vancouver Whitecaps host Dallas in the Western Conference finals

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Canada's Dayne St. Clair and two Vancouver Whitecaps named to MLS Best XI Canadian goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair has been named to the MLS Best XI, along with Vancouver Whitecaps players Tristan Blackmon and Sebastian...

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

Whitecaps: Top MLS defender Tristan Blackmon eager to return from injury and join playoff run The league's defender of the year has been out since injuring his knee in mid-September, and watched his teammates dominate Dallas from the...

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Training in full Blackmon (knee) is training in full ahead of Saturday's trip to Dallas, per Har Journalist.

Impact Blackmon is taking part in full team training ahead of the second match in the opening round. The defender would be a major boon if deemed fit, as he has been a constant in the starting XI. Belal Halbouni has played a larger role with Blackmon sidelined.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps in Western Conference semifinals

Dallas hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps in the Western Conference semifinals

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Upgraded to questionable Blackmon (knee) is questionable for Sunday's clash with Dallas, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Blackmon has been working in the gym throughout the week and ramping up his involvement. It appears the defender has a real chance to get back for the first match of the MLS Cup playoffs. If Blackmon can get fit for Sunday's match with Dallas he'd be immediately pushed into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas visits the Vancouver Whitecaps in first round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Dallas visits the Vancouver Whitecaps in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Trains with team Blackmon (knee) is back in team training, according to Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer.

Impact Blackmon could be in for a return this week as the club enters playoff play, with the defender now back in team training. This is huge news for the club after six games out for the defender, as he could be back as early as Sunday against Dallas. He is a regular starter when fit, likely to regain that role once he returns.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps host Dallas in conference action

Dallas visits the Vancouver Whitecaps in Western Conference action

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Running in knee brace Blackmon (knee) was running in a knee brace Wednesday, per AFTN.

Impact Blackmon is still hoping to return for the playoffs and has already been ruled out for the remainder of the regular season. The defender was running in a knee brace and is trying to build on his recovery. Mathias Laborda has played more minutes with Blackmon still on the sideline.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return in playoffs Blackmon suffered an MCL sprain on Tuesday and is now aiming for a return in the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs starting on Oct. 22, according to Sarita Patel.

Impact Blackmon suffered an MCL sprain in Tuesday's clash against Forge and will miss about one month, as the club confirmed he will be aiming for a return in time for the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs starting on Oct. 22. This is a big blow for the Whitecaps since it suggests he will miss the end of the regular season and will need to be replaced in the starting defense. Mathias Laborda and Belal Halbouni are expected to pair in central defense, with Tate Johnson starting on the left side of the backline for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury Blackmon was forced off in the 82nd minute of Tuesday's 4-0 victory against Forge due to a knee injury that isn't looking good, coach Jesper Sorensen said in a press conference, ac...

Impact Blackmon will be assessed in the coming days after suffering a knee injury that appears to be significant, as the coach said it was not looking good for the defender. His absence would be a big blow for the Whitecaps since he is the main leader in the backline, and if he needed to miss some time, a change would have to be made with Mathias Laborda likely getting a more central role in the defense.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

U.S. Men's Team Is Back in Action: Stu Holden's 5 Burning Questions

Here are the five questions I have entering an important September for the United States men's national team.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Forward Folarin Balogun is added to the US roster for friendlies against South Korea and Japan

Folarin Balogun has been added to the U.S. roster for friendlies next month against South Korea and Japan

AUGUST 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Christian Pulisic Back for U.S. Men's Team; Weston McKennie, Matt Turner Out

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday named a 23-player roster for the Americans' September friendlies against Korea Republic and Japan...

AUGUST 26, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Christian Pulisic Back for U.S. Men's Team; Weston McKennie, Matt Turner Out

Pulisic back on US roster for September friendlies after skipping CONCACAF Gold Cup

Christian Pulisic is returning to the U.S. national team for friendlies against South Korea and Japan after taking time off

AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Thomas Müller scores on PK in stoppage time to lift Whitecaps over St. Louis City 3-2

Thomas Müller scored on a penalty kick in the 14th minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 3-2 victory over St. Louis City

AUGUST 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists in loss Blackmon assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Blackmon helped get the lone goal for Vancouver Saturday for his first assist of the season. Despite a small injury woe, he has managed to start the last eight MLS games played in, averaging about 5.5 clearances with 13 tackles in that span.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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