CARLOS GRUEZO NEWS

No longer suspended Gruezo completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face LAFC on Oct. 19.

Impact The central midfielder has missed two of San Jose's last six matches due to different suspensions, but when he's been available, he's been in the XI while delivering most of his fantasy upside via defensive stats. Expect Gruezo to recover his regular role in midfield in the final match of the campaign.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended once more Gruezo registered one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.

Impact Gruezo picked up his third yellow card in four matches to serve a second suspension in five games. He' s continued to keep up his starting role for San Jose, recording 22 starts in 23 appearances, totaling an average of about 2.1 tackles per contest. Niko Tsakiris will look to return to the lineup for the clash with Salt Lake in Gruezo's absence.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Gruezo completed his one-game suspension and is available to face Seattle on Wednesday.

Impact The veteran midfielder will return after a one-game absence, and it wouldn't be shocking if he returns to the starting lineup right away. To note. Gruezo has been part of the starting lineup in all but one of his 19 league outings.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Set for one-game absence Gruezo (suspension) generated four tackles (three won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Gruezo was the lone San Jose player who was booked in this 2-1 defeat, and the Ecuador international will be unavailable for league action until the Seattle clash on Sep. 18. Losing Gruezo is a big absence for San Jose, as the holding midfielder has been a starter in all but one of his 19 league appearances this term.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Chicago Gruezo (not injury related) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Chicago Fire.

Impact Gruezo returned from international duty in time to fill in for the injured Niko Tsakiris (lower body) in the weekend clash. The Ecuadorian had previously made 13 MLS appearances in 2024, tallying eight shots (two on goal), 24 tackles, 20 clearances and 15 interceptions over that span. He'll likely continue to rack up defensive numbers from a holding midfield role.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Away with Ecuador Gruezo was called up by Ecuador for Copa America 2024.

Impact Gruezo will miss at least three weeks away with Ecuador for Copa America. The midfielder's absence will leave a major gap in the midfield, potentially adding more chances for Niko Tsakiris to step into the starting XI alongside Jackson Yueill.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Back with San Jose Gruezo (international duty) is available for Saturday's match against Houston.

Impact Gruezo is no longer in Ecuador, having returned state-side following his national team duties. The midfielder will not hope to get the start Saturday, as he started in all four of the club's matches prior to his absence.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned by Ecuador Gruezo was called up by Ecuador and will miss Saturday's clash with Seattle.

Impact Gruezo earned a national team call with Ecuador, leaving San Jose down their top choice midfielder for Saturday's match. The midfielder's first chance to return will come during a March 30 trip to Houston, though he may not be ready to start straight away.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in loss Gruezo recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Gruezo struggled for any sort of impact during Saturday's match, he was largely left off the ball as he struggled to find any space in the busy Vancouver midfield. Gruezo's only shot went off target and he couldn't find anything with most of his longer passes. There will be easier matches to come from Gruezo, but this is one to forget early in 2024.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists on year Gruezo ended the season making 26 starts in 29 appearances with San Jose.

Impact Gruezo completed his first season in the MLS since joining from FC Augsburg. He recorded two assists while logging in 40 tackles (25 won), 34 clearances and 24 interceptions. The midfielder was able to maintain his starting role and is the favorite to keep his midfielder role for the 2024 campaign.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Gruezo returned from international duty and is available for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Gruezo is absent from the availability report and is now and option to get back on the pitch for Saturday's match. The midfielder has been a consistent piece of the starting XI and should return if he is deemed fit.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Ecuador Gruezo (suspension) will not be in the squad versus DC United while on international duty with Ecuador.

Impact Gruezo wasn't going to be available to face United regardless after being handed a suspension for yellow-card accumulation. During the season, the defensive midfielder has recorded two assists, nine shots (three on target) and 11 chances created in 23 contests (22 starts). Once available to play for the Earthquakes, Gruezo should be a near-lock for the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns suspension Gruezo was handed a yellow card and one-match ban during Sunday's one-all draw with Minnesota.

Impact Gruezo has been unable to avoid the official's ire of late with four yellow cards in six matches earning him a suspension. The midfielder will miss a Saturday clash with D.C. United before being eligible to return during a Sept. 16 clash with Salt Lake.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Gruezo (international duty) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Gruezo is back in the starting XI after returning from international duty. The midfielder has been a consistent starter before heading off on international duty, and returns to a major role in the starting XI.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Receives national team call Gruezo will miss San Jose's next two games while competing with the Ecuador National Team in upcoming friendlies on June 17 and 20.

Impact Gruezo has been a constant presence in the Earthquakes' midfield this season barring a minor hamstring injury he suffered in late March, but he won't be available against Portland or Houston over the next 10 days while he's on international duty. With Jamiro Monteiro also leaving during this June window, Judson Tavares and Michael Baldisimo are likely to replace them in the XI for the matches.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists game winner Gruezo had an assist with his lone chance created while making three tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Gruezo set up Miguel Trauco in the 57th minute assisting the game winning goal for San Jose. The assist was the second in 15 appearances for the midfielder as he led San Jose with three tackles in the win.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance against LAFC Gruezo made a block, an interception and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against LAFC. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Gruezo has started each of San Jose's last six league games in midfield since returning from a hamstring injury in April, but he's typically more of a defensive presence than an attacking contributor.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in start Gruezo took a shot on target and won two of four tackles in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Sporting KC. He also made a block, three clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Gruezo made his first start in almost a month after recovering from a hamstring injury he suffered in mid-March. He defended well from midfield Saturday and helped shut out Kansas City

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Record late goal helps Red Bulls tie Earthquakes 1-1

Tom Barlow scored in the 17th minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New York Red Bulls to a 1-1 draw with the San Jose Earthquakes

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists as substitute Gruezo had an assist with his lone chance created during Saturday's 1-1 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Gruezo entered the match in the 58th minute and set up Cristian Espinoza in the 80th for the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Gruezo (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with RBNY.

Impact Gruezo returns to the bench after a torn hamstring muscle cost him almost a month. The midfielder wasn't deemed fit enough for the starting unit, but does take a spot on the bench and should have the chance to test his fitness.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status unchanged Gruezo (strain) remains listed as questionable for Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls, according to San Jose's injury report for the match.

Impact Gruezo has missed the Earthquakes' last two games with a torn hamstring muscle he suffered in mid-March, but he could face a fitness test in order to be available against New York this weekend.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fitness test for Saturday Gruezo (hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable in San Jose's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Dynamo.

Impact Gruezo missed last weekend's draw with Toronto after tearing a muscle in his hamstring against St. Louis the weekend prior. But he's making progress with his recovery and could already be available to return versus Houston on Saturday.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle tear Gruezo was injured (strain) and subbed out in the 29th minute. He recorded one tackle (zero won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 3-0 loss versus St. Louis City SC before his exi...

Impact This is not good news for Gruezo, who suffered a muscle tear during Saturday's loss to St. Louis City. He will also miss the upcoming friendlies with Ecuador as he will stay in San Jose to get further tests on his injury. The team is already planning that the midfielder will be out for an extended period of time, with Michael Baldisimo the expected midfielder to replace him in his absence.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Gruezo created three chances, won his lone tackle attempted and kept a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Colorado.

Impact Gruezo tied for the team lead in chances created Saturday, as he recorded three in his 90 minutes of action. He did not record one in either of his previous two matches, so him showing this ability is a positive sign. He also helped his team keep the first clean sheet of the season as he won his lone tackle attempted.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE