COLORADO NEWS

Jonathan Lewis - Two goal contributions in win Lewis scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Lewis was stellar Saturday, as he would score in the 35th minute before providing an assist just four minutes later. This marked his second straight match with a goal contribution, now having five on the campaign. He has started in his past two matches and seems likely to continue in that role after two consecutive outstanding performances.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Bassett - Assist, scores from penalty spot Bassett scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Bassett made it two straight games with a goal contribution Saturday, earning two against Salt Lake after assisting on a goal and then scoring the game-winning goal from the penalty spot in the 88th minute. This marks his ninth goal and fifth assist of the season. He has yet to miss a game this campaign and has found a new rise in form, with five-goal contributions in his past four appearances.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Zack Steffen - Allows two against Salt Lake Steffen made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Steffen wasn't at his best Saturday but still walked away with the win, only stopping two of the four shots he faced on net. This marks his seventh straight game without a clean sheet, still having five. He will look for his sixth of the campaign when facing Dallas in their next match on Aug. 31, following the Olympic break.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Calvin Harris - Appear Saturday Harris (groin) recorded four passes in Saturday's 3-2 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Harris was back in action Saturday after missing last match with a groin injury. He was able to start three times during his previous nine games, played scoring twice with one assist in that span while also making 16 crosses (three accurate).

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids edge Real Salt Lake on late penalty kick Cole Bassett’s penalty-shot goal in the 88th minute led the Colorado Rapids to a 3-2 win over Real Salt Lake in Commerce City, Colo., on Sat...

JULY 21 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Rapids edge Real Salt Lake on late penalty kick Cole Bassett’s penalty-shot goal in the 88th minute led the Colorado Rapids to a 3-2 win over Real Salt Lake in Commerce City, Colo., on Sat...

JULY 21 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Bassett converts penalty to lift Colorado past Real Salt Lake 3-2

Cole Bassett scored on a penalty kick in the 89th minute to lift the Colorado Rapids to a weather-delayed 3-2 victory over Real Salt Lake

JULY 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake enters weather delay | MLSSoccer.com Saturday's match between the Colorado Rapids and Real Salt Lake has entered a weather delay due to inclement weather near Dick's Sporting Go...

JULY 21 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Jonathan Lewis - Shines in first start Lewis assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Lewis picked up his first start of the season and made a good impression by assisting on his squad's first goal of the match. It also marked his second assist in the last three outings as he looks to be building momentum while making a strong case to earn more opportunity moving forward.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Bassett - Another goal contribution Bassett scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Bassett registered his fourth goal contribution in the last three games as he scored his squad's second goal of the match by heading in a rebound off a penalty kick. His three crosses in the match bring him up to a total of six over the last three outings, but he has not landed one accurately in that span.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Zack Steffen - Concedes three in loss Steffen made five saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Los Angeles Galaxy. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Impact Steffen gave up three goals against for the second time in five games. On the other hand, this also marked the eighth time in 25 appearances on the season that he made at least five saves. Up next for Colorado is a meeting with Real Salt Lake on Saturday.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Calvin Harris - Practices fully Harris (groin) fully participated in Friday's training session, according to manager Chris Armas, per the Burgandy Wave.

Impact Harris appears to be set for a return after missing the club's last contest, as he was fully involved in training Friday. That should set him up to feature against Real Salt Lake on Saturday, although his role is unknown. However, it is most likely he will serve off the bench, hopefully seeing time later in the match.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Cabral - Doesn't train Friday Cabral (elbow) didn't train Friday and will not be an option for Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake, according to manager Chris Armas, per the Burgandy Wave.

Impact Cabral left the last match early after picking up an elbow issue and will now miss his first match due to the issues Saturday. However, he is set for an elbow evaluation following training Friday and will hope for good news, looking to return after missing only one match. That said he should return after the Olympic break, with Omir Fernandez taking Cabral's spot until fit again.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Travis - Training, needs more time Travis (groin) is training fully but is still expected to miss more time, according to manager Chris Armas, per the Burgandy Wave.

Impact Travis has been out for some time after dealing with a stress fracture and now a groin issue. The situation appears to be getting better though, as the defender did train fully. However, they are taking his return cautiously, and he is likely to miss a couple more games before a return.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host Real Salt Lake in Western Conference action

The Colorado Rapids host Real Salt Lake in conference play

JULY 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kevin Cabral - Scores, injures elbow Cabral was injured and subbed out in the 46th minute of Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Los Angeles Galaxy. According to head coach Chris Armas, "It was the elbow. Maybe a contusion o...

Impact Cabral recorded his fifth goal of the season, however it was not enough to get the win Wednesday. However, he was forced off at halftime with an elbow injury leaving him questionable for Saturday. Jonathan Lewis could see the late call to start at left wing if Cabral is until to play.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Omir Fernandez - Back as expected Fernandez recorded one tackle (one won) in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Fernandez was back in action following a minor knocked picked up against his former club. He's collected three starts in the last five matches, totaling seven tackles, four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in that span.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Galaxy beat Rapids, move to top of West standings Joseph Paintsil recorded one goal and one assist to help the Los Angeles Galaxy produce a 3-2 victory over the visiting Colorado Rapids on W...

JULY 18 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Galaxy beat Rapids, move to top of West standings Joseph Paintsil recorded one goal and one assist to help the Los Angeles Galaxy produce a 3-2 victory over the visiting Colorado Rapids on W...

JULY 18 • SACBEE.COM

Galaxy beat Rapids, move to top of West standings Joseph Paintsil recorded one goal and one assist to help the Los Angeles Galaxy produce a 3-2 victory over the visiting Colorado Rapids on W...

JULY 18 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Rookie Joseph Paintsil has goal, two assists to propel Galaxy to 3-2 victory over Rapids

Rookie Joseph Paintsil had a goal and two assists by halftime to spark the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids

JULY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids odds, picks and predictions The LA Galaxy (12 wins, 7 draws, 5 losses) welcome the Colorado Rapids (11-5-8) to Dignity Health Sports Park Wednesday. Kickoff is set for...

JULY 17 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Omir Fernandez - Expected back Fernandez (undisclosed) is not listed on the injured ahead of Wednesday's trip to the Galaxy, per the Burgandy Wave.

Impact Fernandez had to come off against RBNY after picking up a minor knock. The good news is he is not listed on the injured list, which likely means he will be a late call to play. The wingers has yet to miss a match this season, appearing in all 24 games for Colorado in MLS play.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE