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Heading to free agency Lassiter is out of contract and is set for free agency.

Impact Lassiter made a midseason move from Montreal to Chicago and was able to keep a starting role in the process. He made five starts in seven appearances, collecting 27 crosses (two accurate) while recording an assist. The forward's future is up in the air as he will enter free agency ahead of the offseason.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

First assist as Fire member Lassiter assisted once to go with seven crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Toronto FC.

Impact Lassiter earned his first assist since joining the Fire, as he found Jonathan Dean in the 84th minute. It took him five appearnces to reach that first goal contribution in Chicago, previously having eight while with Montreal in the earlier parts of the season. He has started in their past four matches and looks to have locked up a starting role with his new club.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from international duty Lassiter (not injury related) is back from international duty and will be available to face the Red Bulls on Saturday, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Lassiter represented Costa Rica over the break, and the wing-back will be ready to play for the Fire in the resumption of the league. He was a regular starter for Montreal and only made one appearance for Chicago off the bench so far, but he should continue to see the pitch regularly for them.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Linking with Los Ticos Lassiter has been called up to the Costa Rican national team for their upcoming Nations League matches and will miss Saturday's clash with D.C United.

Impact Lassiter is linking back with Los Ticos following his stint at the Copa America. He recently made his team debut with Chicago since his move from Montreal, recording a total of 20 starts in 21 MLS games, scoring three goals with five assists.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Chicago Lassiter has completed a transfer to Chicago from Montreal, according to his new club.

Impact Lassiter has left Montreal to join Chicago permanently, with the deal being more of a loan as he is only on contract for the remainder of the 2024 season. He has held a decent role with Montreal, starting in all 20 appearances this campaign, notching three goals on 25 shots and five assists on 14 chances created to go along with 62 crosses. He should see similar time with his new club, likely fighting for starting time immediately with the Fire.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Handed suspension Lassiter registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Lassiter will serve a second suspension this season after picking up his fifth yellow card. He started all 20 matches for Montreal, scoring three times with five assists, with those assists being a career high for the forward. He started the last four games in a row following his return from Copa America with Costa Rica, assisting ones with 21 crosses, and two chances created in that span.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Wednesday's draw Lassiter assisted once to go with seven crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Lassiter had a free kick right outside the box in the 67th minute Wednesday and laid it off to Josef Martinez who tied the match at 1-1. It marked his fifth assists of the season and his first since May 29. He also recorded seven crosses for the second consecutive match before he was subbed off in the 82nd minute for George Campbell.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses Lassiter took two shots (both on goal), crossed seven times (two accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 1-0 win over Atlanta.

Impact Lassiter was held off the scoresheet, but led Montreal with seven crosses in the match. The attacker has combined for four shots, a chance created and nine crosses in his last two matches after returning from Copa America duty with Costa Rica.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to Costa Rica Lassiter is on the Copa America roster for Costa Rica ahead of the summer's tournament on June 24.

Impact Lassiter was set for a one match suspension, however he will also be away from the team as he will join the Costa Rican national team for the upcoming Copa America tournament. He had started and played all 16 matches for the team, totaling three goals and four assists while also averaging about 2.5 crosses per game. Dominic Iankov would be an option to get the start in the attack to fill his void, along with Victor Wanyama.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Saturday Lassiter was shown a red card and sent off during Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Lassiter saw the red card just before halftime, earning him a suspension against Salt Lake. The forward will be tough to replace in the starting XI, though Jules-Anthony Vilsaint is the most likely option to step in against Salt Lake.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

One goal, two assists Lassiter logged one goal and two assists during CF Montreal's 4-2 win Wednesday against D.C. United.

Impact A turnover from Matti Peltola allowed Jules-Anthony Vilsaint to create the chance that resulted in Lassiter's goal, his first in more than one month. From then on, he created chances himself, setting up goals scored by Mathieu Choiniere and Sunusi Ibrahim. Lassiter has doubled his 2024 assists from two to four, which ties his career high.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist in loss Lassiter assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Lassiter earned his third goal contribution in the last five outings as he set up Jules-Anthony Vilsaint for a shot from the center of the box in the 32nd minute of play. Lassiter also recorded a shot for a fifth straight game is up to nine shots in that period. Additionally, this marked his third consecutive outing with an accurate cross and the fourth time in five matches he accounted for a chance created.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late goal in draw Lassiter scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Lassiter scored late in the second half to give Montreal what would be a short-lived lead, as they eventually drew 2-2 with Orlando. The goal was Lassiter's second of 2024 and the second successive match in which he's found the back of the net. Lassiter's two goals in his first eight appearances (eight starts) for Montreal portend that he has the potential to eclipse his previous career-high for goals in a season (four) which he set over 31 appearances (18 starts) with Miami in 2022.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Cincinnati Lassiter scored a goal off three shots (one on target) and created one chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Lassiter was the hero for Montreal here as he scored the goal that sealed the 2-1 win in the 62nd minute by finishing a counter-attack with a powerful left-footed shot. That goal opened the account for the winger this year and he'll hope this is the start of better things to come for him after a quiet 2023 season.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Martínez, Lassiter rally Montreal to 2-1 victory over Cincinnati Josef Martínez scored in the first half and picked up an assist on Ariel Lassiter’s match winner in the second as CF Montreal held off FC Ci...

APRIL 14 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Logs five inaccurate crosses Lassiter registered five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against D.C. United.

Impact For the first time in 2024, Lassiter attempted more than four crosses across an MLS game. However, he continues to be inconsistent with his cross quality. Despite logging multiple crosses in each of Montreal's first five MLS appearances this year, Lassiter failed to log an accurate cross in three of them.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist in win Lassiter created an assist and executed two crosses (both accurate) and a corner in Sunday's 3-2 win against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Lassiter, along with Mathieu Choiniere, was one of Montreal's key playmakers Sunday. He perfectly executed a corner kick for Fernando Alvarez to head home. He was subbed after 77 minutes. It was the 25-year-old Canadian's first strike of the season.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Records most crosses against Dallas Lassiter registered three shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Lassiter was active on the left flank and also accumulated two tackles, two clearances and an interception. He has started both games this season.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Major minutes after switch Lassiter scored once and added two assists with Montreal in 2024.

Impact Lassiter was acquired mid-season by Montreal and he immediately took a major role. He added three goal contributions and played 1,600 minutes overall. The forward will be back in 2024 with eyes on the starting striker job.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses in draw Lassiter generated two shots (two on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Lassiter recorded nine crosses Wednesday, his third match this season with nine or more. He also created one chance and took two on-target shots, making Wednesday's match one of his best of the season. He played the full 90 minutes for the first time since July 13 after coming on as a substitute in five of the last six matches.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears injury report Lassiter (undisclosed) is not on the Montreal injury report for Wednesday's trip to NYC FC.

Impact Lassiter isn't on the Montreal injury report despite missing the last two matches. It's not clear what the issue was for the forward but he should be an option for the mid-week trip to NYC FC.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as day-to-day Lassiter (undisclosed) has been listed as day-to-day ahead of Saturday's clash against New England.

Impact It's unclear what kind of issue is affecting Lassiter, though it's worth noting he didn't play last Sunday against Toronto. He's been a regular starter as a left wing-back, and if he can't go, then Lassi Lappalainen is an alternative, though Zachary Brault-Guillard or Aaron Herrera could also move to the opposing flank.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses penalty in loss Lassiter registered four shots (zero on goal), 11 crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 3-0 defeat to Chicago Fire.

Impact Lassiter took four shots (none on target) Wednesday, including a missed penalty in the 36th minute. He also created one chance, recorded 11 crosses (four accurate), took one corner and drew two fouls in his full 90 minutes of action.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two corners in scoreless draw Lassiter registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Lassiter continues to struggle for consistency. He's had his moments this term but it's still hard to rely on him for steady production every game. Set pieces are certainly boosting his upside and he's had one goal and two assists over his past five matches too which has been much better of him after a really rough start of the campaign.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against DCU Lassiter scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Lassiter set up Montreal's first goal with a perfect cross that was nodded home by Sunusi Ibrahim, but he ended up being the team's hero late in the second half when he equalized the game roughly 70 seconds later from that previous sequence. Lassiter has seen regular minutes since being acquired by Montreal via trade, starting in seven of the team's last eight games. He has one goal and two assists over his last two outings.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE