TRISTAN BLACKMON NEWS

Plays off bench in Canadian Champ Blackmon (groin) came off the bench during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Pacific FC in the Canadian Championship semifinals.

Impact Blackmon finally returned from injury and came through defensively for his team a couple of times in this tight win. Given his experience at the MLS level, it wouldn't be surprising if Blackmon returns to the starting XI right away when Vancouver takes on Austin on Saturday.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench in Canadian Champ Blackmon (groin) came off the bench during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Pacific FC in the Canadian Championship semifinals.

Impact Blackmon finally returned from injury and came through defensively for his team a couple of times in this tight win. Given his experience at the MLS level, it wouldn't be surprising if Blackmon returns to the starting XI right away when Vancouver takes on Austin on Saturday.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Working on side Blackmon (groin) was involved in light training by himself during Friday's training session, according to Har Jahol of Equalizer Soccer.

Impact Blackmon still has yet to train with the team since picking up his issues, as he was only working on the side Friday. This leaves him doubtful for Saturday's match, likely being held out until after the Olympic break.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set for MRI Blackmon (groin) is set for an MRI as he is expected to miss one week at minimum, report Har Journalist of the Daily Hive Vancouver.

Impact Blackmon could be out for more than a week after picking up a groin injury that required further tests. He had played four of the last seven MLS games played, starting the four matches while recording 13 clearances in that span. Mathias Laborda is set to remain in the back line for Vancouver after sharing playing time with the defender.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Saturday Blackmon had three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls. He also added six clearances and two blocked shots.

Impact The three shots were a season-high mark for the defender, who had racked up just three total shots throughout his previous eight appearances. That's not likely to be the norm going forward, though, as Blackmon earns most of his fantasy upside due to his defensive stats. He's racked up 42 clearances through his nine appearances (eight starts) this season.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Blackmon generated one tackle (one won) and seven clearances in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Blackmon returned to the starting XI Saturday after being relegated to a bench role for the previous match, as Vancouver fell 1-3 to Los Angeles. His seven clearances were a team-high for the match and tied his season-high in a single match. Blackmon made a career-best 132 clearances over 32 appearances (30 starts) for Vancouver in 2023.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven crosses Blackmon had seven clearances in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus FC Dallas.

Impact Blackmon was kept busy Saturday with seven clearances against Dallas. He's totaled 15 clearances in three matches, totaling three interceptions as well in three starts at center back.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Four clearances in draw Blackmon had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute.

Impact Blackmon was key to preserving a point for Vancouver during Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Charlotte. In addition to the attacking production previously mentioned, Blackmon contributed an interception and four clearances defensively. During the 2023 campaign, Blackmon contributed to each of Vancouver's seven clean sheet efforts and scored twice over 32 appearances (30 starts).

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps sign Tristan Blackmon to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Vancouver Whitecaps FC have signed center back Tristan Blackmon to a contract extension through the 2027...

JANUARY 29 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Whitecaps D Tristan Blackmon receives extension through 2027 Vancouver Whitecaps standout defender Tristan Blackmon agreed to a two-year contract extension through the 2027 season, the club announced M...

JANUARY 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Signs through 2027 Blackmon signed a contract extension with Vancouver through 2027, the club announced.

Impact Blackmon played a mammoth role in 2023 and he earned a long-term new deal with some excellent play. The defender will continue to anchor the backline for the foreseeable future, no matter the formation.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Plays huge role Blackmon started a career-high 30 matches (32 appearances) this season, scoring twice.

Impact Blackmon earned the top spot on the depth chart in Vancouver, playing the entire season and taking a major role in the starting XI. Blackmon will continue to be the first name on the team sheet moving into 2024, where he will anchor the back line in a back three or back four.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

West powers Whitecaps, Sounders settle for 0-0 draw Oct 7, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders midfielder Cristian Roldan (7) and Vancouver Whitecaps defender Tristan Blackmon (6)...

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Scores equalizer against Toronto Blackmon scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Toronto FC.

Impact Blackmon equalized the game after finding the back of the net in the 56th minute of Friday's win. It was a rare goal for the defender, only being his second of the season and first since March 19th. The 27-year-old has been pretty average so far this season, starting in 21 of 27 matches and averaging just under three clearances a game.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver defender Tristan Blackmon and forward Brian White

Vancouver defender Tristan Blackmon and forward Brian White each scored in the second half to help the Whitecaps beat Toronto 2-1 on Saturday night

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes bench Saturday Blackmon is on the bench for Saturday's match against the Seattle Sounders.

Impact Blackmon will make his first start since June 4 after missing the last two matches with a heel injury. He's scored just one goal thus far, totaling 58 clearances and 20 interceptions in 15 appearances this season.

JULY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Blackmon (heel) was back training with his teammates on Thursday, the Daily Hive Vancouver reports ahead of the Sounders clash this weekend.

Impact Blackmon has missed the Whitecaps' last two games with a heel contusion he picked up in late June, but he could return to the squad to face Seattle on Saturday as he's now listed as "probable" in his team's injury report.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Kansas City Blackmon (heel) will not be available to face Sporting KC this weekend, Vancouver manager Vanni Sartini told the Daily Hive Vancouver on Thursday.

Impact Blackmon missed last weekend's win over LAFC with a heel injury, and he's been limited in training this week and won't be ready in time for Saturday's match either. Ranko Veselinovic, Luis Martins and Mathias Laborda started in a back-three in Blackmon's absence vs. LAFC, as Javain Brown is also out on national team duty.

JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up questionable tag Blackmon (heel) is listed as questionable for Saturday's trip to LAFC, according to the Vancouver injury report.

Impact Blackmon is a surprise addition to the Vancouver injury report with a questionable tag after picking up a heel contusion. The defender has been a major part of the backline since joining Vancouver, but could be sidelined against his former club. Blackmon has made 15 appearances (14 starts) in 2023, though he was only able to play 34 minutes off the bench against Cincinnati last time out.

JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in loss Blackmon made three clearances and a block in Saturday's match against St. Louis City. Unfortunately for him, he also scored an own goal in the 3-1 defeat.

Impact Blackmon was unlucky to score for the wrong team just before halftime on Saturday, as a miscommunication with backup goalkeeper Thomas Hasal who got the start against St. Louis led to him accidentally heading the ball into his own net. Blackmon has kept four clean sheets from 12 MLS appearances (all starts) in central defense overall this season.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances Blackmon recorded five clearances in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 10th minute.

Impact With five clearances Saturday, Blackmon has totaled 23 in the last five matches. This brings him to an average of 4.5 clearances a game. He only needs 27 more to surpass his career high with five months left on the campaign.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sounders Blackmon (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Seattle.

Impact Blackmon makes his return directly to the starting XI after missing a mid-week clash with an undisclosed issue. It's likely he was left out due to rest Wednesday, so the defender should be fully fit and good to go against the Sounders.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Seattle Blackmon (knee) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Seattle, according to the Vancouver injury report.

Impact Blackmon missed a mid-week clash with Dallas and was added to the injury report Friday. The defender will be a game-time call, likely based on some late fitness tests with pain management. If Blackmon is unable to play Saturday it would likely force a chance in formation with Ranko Veselinovic (personal) out.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Dallas match Blackmon (undisclosed) was not involved in Wednesday's defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Blackmon was replaced by Mathias Laborde in the back line against Dallas, with Javain Brown sliding over to partner Ranko Veselinovic in central defense. There's no indication that Blackmon is injured at the moment, though there could be more clarity with the next availability report before Saturday's clash with the Sounders.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight clearances in draw Blackmon made two interceptions, eight clearances and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC.

Impact Blackmon defended well to keep a second consecutive clean sheet from central defense on Saturday.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE