CHICAGO NEWS

Jairo Torres - Comes off injured against NYC Torres was subbed out of Saturday's draw against New York City FC just before halftime after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Torres began the 2023 campaign in defensive midfield alongside Federico Navarro, but both of them had to come out of Saturday's game in the first half due to injuries. Mauricio Pineda and Fabian Herbers subbed in to replace the pair, and Gaston Gimenez should be another option once he's fit enough to return to the starting lineup.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kacper Przybylko - Departs at half Przybylko generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York City FC.

Impact Przybylko was relieved at half time in exchange for Fabian Herbers. His replacement went on to score the equalizing goal, so this striker situation is one to monitor as the season progresses.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arnaud Souquet - Nice defensive outing Souquet generated four crosses (zero accurate) and three tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York City FC.

Impact Souquet was lively and also paced all players on the pitch in interceptions. He played the full 90 and could continue posting meaningful peripherals for fantasy purposes.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Xherdan Shaqiri - Opens nicely versus NYC Shaqiri registered three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York City FC.

Impact Shaqiri posted team-highs in shots, crosses and corners Saturday. Going forward, he's an elite fantasy option, and Chicago will likely rely upon its talisman heavily as the season progresses. Next up is a difficult road test against Philadelphia Union.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Herbers - Equalizes versus NYCFC Herbers scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York City FC.

Impact Herbers collected his first goal of the season in style and pulled Chicago even during the later stages of this match. Notably, he subbed on for Kacper Przybylko at half time, so this striker role situation is one to monitor for fantasy purposes.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spencer Richey - Two saves in draw Richey registered two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against New York City FC.

Impact Richey had a nice showing for Chicago's first match of the 2023 season. At the final whistle, his efforts were sufficient to help Fire claim a draw versus a potent NYCFC squad. Up next is a challenging trip to Philly next Saturday.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

St Louis City tops Charlotte 3-1, extends historic start

Eduard Lowen scored the go-ahead goal on a penalty kick in the fifth minute of first-half stoppage time and St. Louis City became the fourth expansion team to win its first two mat...

MARCH 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Herbers helps Fire earn 1-1 draw with NYCFC in season opener

Fabian Herbers scored a goal in the 75th minute to help the Chicago Fire earn a 1-1 draw with New York City FC

MARCH 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Federico Navarro - Comes off injured Navarro (undisclosed) came off in the first half of Saturday's clash with NYC FC.

Impact Navarro was brought off after just 14 minutes with an undisclosed issue. The midfielder will hope the issue is minor, if it proves not to be Mauricio Pineda could see more consistent time in the first team.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mauricio Pineda - Returns to bench Pineda (lower leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with NYCFC.

Impact Pineda is on the bench Saturday after a lower leg issue knocked him out of the opener. The defender could return to the first team off the bench, though he likely won't see substantial playing time straight away.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire kick off season at Soldier Field with high hopes of gaining ground as Bears look to leave for Arlington Heights The team is hoping to build its fan base with the possibility of becoming the primary tenant at the iconic lakefront stadium.

MARCH 4, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Accused shooter of slain Chicago police Officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso ordered held without bond A Cook County judge ordered an 18-year-man held without bond Friday after he was accused of murder in the death of Chicago police Officer An...

MARCH 3, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Chicago Fire host New York City FC in conference play

The Chicago Fire and New York City FC square off in a conference matchup

MARCH 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fire's season opener Saturday available for free on Apple TV It’s a new era for MLS, which moved all of its games to Apple TV. Much like when the Fire put their games on ESPN+ in 2018, fans must subscr...

MARCH 2, 2023 • SUNTIMES.COM

Mauricio Pineda - Doubtful Saturday Pineda (lower leg) is listed as questionable for Saturday's home opener against New York City F.C.

Impact Pineda made 27 appearances with Chicago in 2022, generating one goal with 40 clearances and 35 tackles (22 won). Both Gaston Gimenez and Federico Navarro are expected to get the start over Pineda, who will at minimum will be an option off the bench.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Brady - Questionable for Saturday Brady (upper leg) is set to miss the match against New York City F.C Saturday.

Impact Brady made just one appearances last season, as he is expected to fight for a starting role with Jeffrey Gal and Spencer Richey. If he is not fit to start, looks like the more experience keeper of Gal will be the next choice to start.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Oregel - Out with illness Oregel (illness) will not be available for Saturday's match against New York City F.C

Impact The 17-year-old made his MLS debut last season, but has yet to make an appearances this season. The midfielder is not expected to get much time with the first team until he builds up more experience to play fully in the MLS.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire sign Greek striker Georgios Koutsias to U22 Initiative deal | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Chicago Fire FC have signed Greek youth international striker Georgios Koutsias, the club announced Tuesday...

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Georgios Koutsias - Transfers to Chicago Koutsias has joined the Fire on a four-year contract with the option to extend for an additional year after transferring from Greek side PAOK, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Koutsias has scored three goals and an assist in 20 Greek Super League appearances while on-loan with Volos NPS from PAOK this season, and the 19-year-old is now moving to MLS with the Fire. It may take him a while to break into the team as he'll still have to sort out his visa and there are a few more established options up front in Kacper Przybylko and Kei Kamara at the moment, but Chicago has experience bringing in a teenage striker and helping him flourish, as they did with Jhon Duran before selling him to Aston Villa last offseason.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kei Kamara - Traded to Chicago Kamara has joined the Fire after being traded in exchange for $250,000 in General Allocation Money from CF Montreal, the club announced Friday.

Impact Kamara tallied nine goals and seven assists in a rennaissance season for the 38-year-old striker in 2022, helping lead Montreal to a surprise No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. He's now joining Chicago, where he will challenge Kacper Przybylko for playing time up front as the team tries to replace the departed Jhon Duran. Meanwhile, Mason Toye and Matko Miljevic (knee) will likely see an uptick in playing time alongside Romell Quioto in attack back in Montreal.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kei Kamara traded to Chicago Fire from CF Montréal | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - CHI receive: Kei Kamara - MTL receive: Up to $400k GAM Major League Soccer’s third all-time leading scorer...

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

MLS will be defined by massive change in 2023 season

With a new team, playoff format and TV deal, MLS is going to look a lot different this season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Chicago Fire FC unveil 2023 A Kit For All jersey | MLSSoccer.com Chicago Fire FC have unveiled their new secondary jersey before the 2023 MLS season, A Kit For All by adidas. The first shirt specifically d...

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Fabian Herbers - Returns to training camp Herbers (hip) returned to training camp for the beginning of the 2023 MLS season.

Impact Herbers returned to training camp in 2023 and was listed as a full participant. The slipped down the depth chart even before his injury and could face an uphill battle to claw his way back into the starting XI even if fully fit.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE