CHRIS DURKIN NEWS

Returning to St. Louis Durkin is returning to St. Louis after his option for 2026 was picked up, the club announced.

Impact Durkin's option for 2026 was picked up and the midfielder is now returning to St. Louis for another year. He made 18 appearances (14 starts) for the club last season, totaling a single assist. It wasn't his most impactful season, but he did enough to earn another year with St. Louis as they try to turn around another tough campaign.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

McSorley has 2 goals, 1 assist in first MLS start, St. Louis beats Earthquakes 3-1

Brendan McSorley had two goals and an assist — the 22-year-old’s first goal contributions in MLS — and Roman Bürki had nine saves, to help St. Louis City beat the San Jose Earthqua...

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Assist in 10 minutes of play Durkin assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Durkin wouldn't appear until late Saturday, but 10 minutes was enough for him to earn an assist, finding Mykhi Joyner in the 89th minute. Not only was it his first assist of the season, but also his first goal contribution, taking 12 appearances to reach that mark.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Durkin has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to Chicago on Saturday.

Impact Durkin is set to return from suspension, having also just returning from injury. He's appeared just once since June 8, making six starts in nine appearances.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in return Durkin (knee) was shown a red card in Saturday's matchup versus Minnesota United.

Impact Durkin failed to impress in his first appearance since May 31, as he picked up a straight red card for a last-man foul just nine minutes after coming off the bench against Minnesota. He's now ineligible for the upcoming game versus Nashville and may play again when his side faces Chicago Fire on Aug. 16. Both Tomas Ostrak and Eduard Lowen will have increased chances of staying in the starting lineup while Durkin is suspended.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC hosts Minnesota United in Western Conference action

Minnesota United visits Saint Louis City SC in Western Conference action

JULY 25 • Associated Press

Hartel leads Saint Louis City SC against Dallas

Marcel Hartel leads Saint Louis City SC into a matchup with Dallas after scoring two goals against the Portland Timbers

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Yet to train Durkin (knee) didn't train during Wednesday's training session, per Matt Baker.

Impact Durkin wasn't available in training Wednesday as he continues to recover from a knee injury. The midfielder has no definite timeline for his return, but the hope will be that he's back sooner than later as an important part of the first team.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo take losing streak into match with Saint Louis City SC

The Houston Dynamo aim to break a three-game skid when they host Saint Louis City SC

JUNE 27 • Associated Press

Klauss and Saint Louis City SC host Orlando City

Klauss leads Saint Louis City SC into a matchup with Orlando City following a three-goal outing against the LA Galaxy

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Eyeing return Saturday Durkin (knee) is eyeing a return against Houston on Saturday, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Dispatch.

Impact Durkin looks to be on the brink of a return from his knee injury, although Wednesday will come too soon. Instead, the defender will eye a return against Houston on Saturday, seeing a bit more time to recover. He will likely still need to pass some testing, but this could be a solid addition back after missing three games.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Durkin (knee) was not seen training Tuesday and was not an option during Saturday's 3-3 draw to the Galaxy, per Charlie Bilyeu of Top Corner Talk.

Impact Durkin is still recovering from his knee injury as he has yet to return to full team training. With an extra week to recover, the midfielder aim to start training in the coming day, with the next MLS game on June 25 vs Orlando.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Durkin (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Galaxy, Tom Timmermann of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Durkin has been considered as day-to-day for a while now, but the midfielder is set to miss yet another game. His next chance to play would come against Orlando City SC on Wednesday, June 25.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day by day Durkin (knee) is considered day by day with his injury, coach David Critchley said to the medias, according to Matt Baker from the Flyover Footy podcast.

Impact Durkin missed the last contest due to a knee injury and is considered day to day following that issue. He will likely be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against LA Galaxy. If Durkin is ruled out again, Alfredo Morales should take on a larger role in the midfield.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Durkin (knee) was not an option during the 2-1 loss to St Louis.

Impact Durkin is out with a knee injury, missing his eight match this season through injury. It has not been the best of season for the midfielder, struggling to keep healthy while playing in just eight MLS games in 2025.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 19 minutes Durkin had one interception in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Minnesota United.

Impact Durkin is back for St Loui after missing the last seven matches with a knee injury, He had started the previous four games in the midfield prior to his injury, logging in eight clearances with five interceptions and four tackles in that span.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United hosts Saint Louis City SC in conference action

Minnesota United hosts Saint Louis City SC in Western Conference action

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Trains Thursday Durkin (knee) was involved in training Thursday, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Dispatch.

Impact Durkin is seeing some good news Thursday, as the midfielder has begun to train again. This is a solid update for the club, as he has been absent from their past seven outings. That said, he will hope to return Saturday, although he will likely be a late call.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

AIming for Wednesday return Durkin (knee) will aim to return on Wednesday against Sporting Kansas City, reports Matthew Rocchio of the Sports Hub STL.

Impact Durkin is inching closer to a return to the pitch after missing the last six matches with a knee injury. He will aim to be an option for Wednesday, though will be a late call following his long absence.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Lozano leads San Diego FC against Saint Louis City SC

Hirving Lozano leads San Diego FC into a matchup with Saint Louis City SC after scoring two goals against Dallas

MAY 9 • Associated Press

Los Angeles FC takes on Saint Louis City SC in Western Conference play

Los Angeles FC plays Saint Louis City SC in Western Conference play

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit Saint Louis City SC

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Saint Louis City SC after scoring four goals against Austin

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

Absent from training Durkin (knee) was absent from the team's training session Wednesday, per Matt Baker.

Impact Durkin remains sidelined as he continues to recover from a knee injury sustained a few weeks ago. The midfielder has contributed four crosses, four tackles, and 12 clearances across five appearances this season. He's likely to miss at least one more match as the team aims to avoid aggravating the injury.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC looks to stop losing streak in matchup with the Columbus Crew

Saint Louis City SC aims to end a three-game losing streak when it takes on the Columbus Crew

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Ruled out with knee injury Durkin (knee) is out for Saturday trip to Kansas City, per Tom Timmermann.

Impact Durkin has started the last four matches since coming back from a knee injury. The midfielder is now back on the sideline with a knee injury and will miss Saturday's trip to Kansas City. Durkin's first chance to return is an April 13 clash with Columbus.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE