COREY BAIRD NEWS

Scores off bench Baird scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against New York City FC.

Impact Baird played the last minute of the match and managed to score a late goal during Wednesday's loss. He's dropped in the depth chart for Cincy, only logging in six appearances off the bench in the last six games played, generating two goals on two shots in that span.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Prevents clean sheet Baird scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 3-1 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Baird entered the match in the 60th minute and scored Cincinnati's lone goal in the 67th. The goal was the first since April for Baird who has made just one start in three appearances since returning from a hip injury.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will train with full group Monday Baird (hip) will train with the whole group Monday ahead of Wednesday's match at DC United, Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press reports.

Impact Baird has been dealing with a nagging hip problem that has kept him sidelined for quite some time. He hasn't played since May 11, when he started in a 2-1 win over Columbus. Given he's started in 10 of his 12 appearances this season, and with other injuries affecting the team's attacking line, Cincinnati would be open to having him back upfront.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted running Baird (hip) was spotted running during Monday's training session, according to Pat Brennan of Enquirer Sports.

Impact Baird is already making improvements after receiving news that he avoided a sports hernia, as he is back on the training pitch running Monday. This is solid news for the attacker, although he is likely still some time away from a return. That said, he can almost be guaranteed to miss Wednesday's match but could return Saturday to face New England.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted running Baird (hip) was spotted running during Monday's training session, according to Pat Brennan of Enquirer Sports.

Impact Baird is already making improvements after receiving news that he avoided a sports hernia, as he is back on the training pitch running Monday. This is solid news for the attacker, although he is likely still some time away from a return. That said, he can almost be guaranteed to miss Wednesday's match but could return Saturday to face New England.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids sports hernia Baird (hip) was able to avoid a serious sports hernia as he continues the recovery process, reports Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Baird has been out of action since May 15 with a hip injury. He is not expected back for Saturday as a timetable of his return is expected to be revealed in the next coming days. Kevin Kelsy has been getting the start during his absence, who has scored two goals in the last four games.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Baird (hip) is out for Saturday's game against Toronto FC.

Impact Baird has been dealing with a nagging hip problem and is set to miss a third consecutive game. His next chance to feature will come against Nashville on Wednesday in a midweek clash.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Labeled as questionable Baird (hip) is questionable for Saturday's match against St. Louis.

Impact Baird is now questionable despite previous reports labeling him as out. That being said, he will likely need a late fitness test, likely lining up on the bench if fit. However, he is a regular starter when fit, so he will hope to receive the start, although that seems doubtful.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return yet Baird (hip) won't be available for Saturday's game against St. Louis City, manager Pat Noonan told Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press.

Impact Baird is progressing in his recovery, but Saturday's game against St. Louis City comes too soon for the striker. His next chance to play will come against Toronto on May 25, but even if he's available, he's not expected to be more than a backup alternative upfront.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

In question with hip injury Baird is questionable for Wednesday's match against Atlanta due to a hip injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Baird is likely to be a game-time call for Wednesday's match despite no prior notice of an injury, as it is confirmed he is now dealing with hip issues. He is a regular starter, so the club will hope for him to be an option. However, if he isn't, Sergio Santos will likely serve in his place.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in win Baird scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Baird was the man of the match for Cincinnati, logging his first goal and second assist in the season to help them earn the home win. The forward started for the second game in a row and eighth overall in the campaign.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Corey Baird leads FC Cincinnati past Rapids Corey Baird assisted on Luciano Acosta’s milestone goal and recorded his own important second-half tally as FC Cincinnati cooled off the vis...

APRIL 28 • KANSASCITY.COM

Baird scores a goal, assists on another by Acosta to help Cincinnati beat Rapids 2-1 Luciano Acosto scored, Corey Baird added a goal and an assist and FC Cincinnati beat the Colorado Rapids 2-1

APRIL 28 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Notches assist Saturday Baird assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against New York City FC.

Impact Baird saw his first assist and goal contribution of the season Saturday, finding Luciano Acosta in the 57th minute for the lone goal of the contest. The attacker has now started in all five matches this season, registering seven chances created and eight shots, adding on five tackles and four clearances in the defense.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots Baird generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Toronto FC.

Impact Despite failing to produce a goal during his Cincinnati debut Sunday, Baird did not fare all that badly, serving as the team's most threatening option in front of goal. Now considered one of Cincinnati's primary forwards, the expectation is that he scores or contributes to goals beginning in March.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati sign free agent F Corey Baird through 2025 FC Cincinnati announced the signing Thursday of free agent forward Corey Baird through the 2025 season.The deal includes a 2026 option for t...

JANUARY 11 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

FC Cincinnati sign forward Corey Baird | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing FC Cincinnati have added another significant free agent, announcing Thursday that forward Corey Baird has s...

JANUARY 11 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs in Cincinnati Baird has signed with Cincinnati on a two-year contract through 2025, the club announced.

Impact Baird's final season with Houston was his best, he added 14 goal contributions and was a consistent producer. He now steps into the Cincinnati attack with something to prove and some major upside with playing ahead of Luciano Acosta, especially with Brandon Vazquez leaving a gap in the starting XI.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Career year in 2023 Baird scored nine times and added five assists in 39 appearances in 2023.

Impact Baird played a major role throughout 2023, including a new career-best 14 goal contributions. The forward hadn't quite got going in Houston, but his third season proved to be far-and-away his best. If Baird can continue this type of growth he could be an MVP candidate in 2024.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in playoff win Baird scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout victory against Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was g...

Impact Baird scored the opening goal of Saturday's match, a strike in the 28th minute assisted by Hector Herrera. Baird did not take part in the penalty shootout, but his team won it and advanced to the conference semifinals where they will take on Sporting Kansas City.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores and assists versus Colorado Baird scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Baird assisted Amine Bassi in the eighth minute to double Houston's lead before scoring himself their fourth goal in the 41st. The forward now has eight goals and five assists in the season. He started in two of their last four games and will look to remain in the squad from now on.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Baird assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Thursday's 4-1 victory versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minu...

Impact Baird assisted Griffin Dorsey in the 44th minute to double Houston's lead before halftime. The forward now has four assists in the season, to go with seven goals. He also received his third yellow card so far.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outside of goal Baird scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 1-1 draw with St. Louis.

Impact Baird opened the scoring with a goal in the 42nd minute scoring with his lone shot of the match. Baird has been in excellent form of late with four goals in his past five matches despite taking just eight shots over the same timeframe.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener versus Columbus Baird scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Columbus Crew.

Impact Baird scored in his third consecutive match Wednesday off an unassisted, close-range strike in the 14th minute to give his side the 1-0 advantage. It came on one of his two shots (both on target), and they were all he needed to score his sixth goal of the season, all of which have come in his last 13 matches.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE