Impact Taylor is back on the bench for Saturday's clash, his first chance for an appearance in over a month. The defender has been a depth option even when fit of late, and it's unlikely that changes on decision day.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
D.J. TAYLOR #27 - DEFENDER - MINNESOTA UNITED FC
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Back for decision day Taylor (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.
Dealing with hamstring injury Taylor is dealing with a hamstring injury and should be questionable for Saturday's match at Sporting Kansas City, Jon Marthaler of The Sportive reports.
Impact Taylor has been bothered by a nagging hamstring problem, and it remains to be seen if the defender will have to spend time on the sidelines once again. He's been a regular starter when healthy, as he's featured in the XI in 17 of his 23 appearances this season.
SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Comes on late Tuesday Taylor (hamstring) appeared for one minute in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Necaxa.
Impact Taylor was back on the field Tuesday, although it wasn't for too long, only coming on in extra time for a minute of action. However, this is still great news, as he had missed their past three league matches due to his hamstring issues. He should be expected to see a decent role now that he is fit, likely earning back the starting spot he held before his injury.
JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE
Trains Monday Taylor (hamstring) was involved in training Monday, according to the club.
Impact Taylor has missed the past couple of matches after picking up a hamstring issue at the start of July. However, the defender is working his way back, as he was involved in training. This should leave him with a return soon, possibly returning in the Leagues Cup against Necaxa on Tuesday.
JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Set for weeks out Taylor (hamstring) will miss multiple weeks, according to manager Eric Ramsay.
Impact Taylor aggravated his hamstring injury during Sunday's 2-1 loss to LA Galaxy and is now set for multiple weeks out. The defender was replaced by Caden Clark last time out, Clark is also the likely option on the right side of the midfield while Taylor recovers.
JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves at halftime Taylor was substituted off the field during halftime of Sunday's 2-1 loss to the LA Galaxy due to an apparent hamstring injury, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.
Impact Taylor didn't last long Sunday, as he had to surrender his spot on the field after feeling some discomfort in his hamstring. This is his second hamstring issue of the season, having already missed two games in June due to the problems. That said, he will hope this issue is minor, looking to make a return soon and hoping to miss no time.
JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE
In squad Wednesday Taylor (leg) is available as a substitute option for Wednesday's match against FC Dallas.
Impact Taylor was excluded from the previous two games due to the injury but recovered in time for the midweek clash. He could be a moderate threat on the right wing, from which he previously delivered 22 crosses in 15 appearances. His eventual inclusion may limit Caden Clark's involvement going forward.
JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off early Taylor was forced off in the first half of Saturday's clash with Kansas city.
Impact Taylor wasn't even expected to start Saturday before Caden Clark (toe) was a late scratch. It turned into a tough night for Taylor who didn't make it to half time, forcing joseph Rosales to come on and fill in. Depending on Clark's fitness Rosales could start against Dallas as well.
JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE
Assists winner versus Portland Taylor assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Portland Timbers.
Impact Taylor assisted Sang-Bin Jeong's match-winning goal in the 82nd minute, marking his first goal contribution of the season. It was an odd match for him to record his first goal contribution, given it was his first match this season coming off the bench. He added two tackles and three clearances in his 11 minutes of playing time.
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Makes five clearances versus LA FC Taylor recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Los Angeles Football Club.
Impact Taylor had a great defensive outing to help Minnesota win at home, leading them in both clearances and tackles. His five clearances and four tackles were both season-highs as well. The right-back was cleared to play and started for the fourth time in the campaign following a minor ankle injury.
MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE
Starting as expected Taylor (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with LAFC.
Impact Taylor is back in the starting XI, as expected, for Saturday's clash. The defender is a big part of the starting XI when fully fit and him being an option once more allows the rest of the starting XI to slot into their normal roles.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Option after injury Taylor (ankle) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against LAFC, per Jerry Zgoda of the Star Tribune.
Impact Taylor looks to make his return without missing time, as he is now expected to play against LAFC after going down injured in the club's last contest against Orlando. However, this should come with no surprise, as he was in training this week, appearing to have put his injury behind him. He will now most likely get back in the starting XI, as he has started in all three matches so far this campaign at right-back.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Active in training Taylor (ankle) was active in training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's match against LAFC, per Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.
Impact Taylor had to come off in the 77th minute Saturday after injuring his ankle. It was a good sign to see the defender back in training as it looks to be that his injury isn't any serious, which puts him in a good position to start again at right back for Minnesota.
MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers ankle injury Taylor logged two crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles during Minnesota United's 3-2 win Saturday at Orlando City SC. He was subbed off due to an ankle injury during the 77th mi...
Impact Unfortunately for Taylor, he tweaked his right ankle mid-game, an injury that seemingly resulted in an early substitution Saturday. Currently, his availability status is questionable going into Minnesota United's next game, which would be against the Los Angeles Football Club on March 16.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Minnesota United FC sign defender DJ Taylor to new contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Minnesota United FC have signed defender DJ Taylor to a new contract through the 2025 MLS season with an...
DECEMBER 1, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Remaining with Minnesota Taylor will be staying in Minnesota for another couple of seasons, signing a two-year contract with an option on the third year Friday, reported by Jerry Zgoda of the Star Tribune....
Impact Taylor will be returning as a Loon next season, continuing his career in Minnesota after already spending three years with the club. He originally signed with them back in 2021 and will now be on contract until 2025, having an option in his third year of the contract. This is an important piece for the Loons to bring back, as he appeared in 30 matches this season, starting in all but one of those. He had a pretty good season in 2023, notching 22 chances created and 100 crosses in the attack to go along with 31 interceptions, 67 tackles and 73 clearances in the defense.
DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sends in four crosses in loss Taylor recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), two chances created and four tackles (all won) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus St. Louis City SC. In addition,...
Impact Taylor had a good all-around outing, but it wasn't enough to avoid the comeback loss at home. The left-back led his side in tackles during the match. He also received his seventh yellow card of the season, though.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Set for return Taylor is available for Saturday's clash with New England after serving a one-match ban.
Impact Taylor was handed the ban due to yellow card accumulation but is now eligible to return once more. The defender has started all but three matches in 2023 and is a near-guarantee to get back in the first XI for Saturday's match.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Given suspension Taylor had five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 3-0 victory versus Colorado Rapids. In addition, he was given his fifth yellow card of the season in the...
Impact Taylor will miss his first match since March 12 as he has started the last 23 matches in a row. He ups his average crosses per match to 3.6, tackles to 2.4 and clearances to 2.7. This means that Zarek Valentin could see his first start since July 16 on Saturday in Taylor's absence.
AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Generates seven crosses Taylor generated one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Impact Taylor played a large part in securing the tie in Saturday's match by being a game changer in both ends of the pitch. In the attack he registered one shot, a chance created and seven crosses, while in the defense he contributed two tackles, one interception and two clearances. The 26-year-old has only missed two matches all season and in the matches he has played, he has registered a full 90 in all but two matches. He should continue in this role until the end of the season as he is one of the Loons most important two way players.
AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Supplies six crosses Taylor registered six crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Los Angeles Football Club. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.
Impact Taylor was once again an effective two-way player for Minnesota as he provided six crosses and five tackles. The 25-year-old has been a consistent starter for Minnesota this year, starting every match this season except the first two which he did not play in at all. He has now recorded 70 crosses and 50 tackles in 20 matches this season.
JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Started Saturday Taylor registered seven crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-1 defeat to Austin FC.
Impact Taylor was busy Saturday, launching seven crosses that resulted in a loss to Austin. He does bring his average crosses and tackles per match to 3.5 and two after totaling 27 crosses (nine accurate) and 17 tackles (10 won) in the last eight games.
JULY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Absent from injury report Taylor (undisclosed) is absent from the Minnesota injury report for Saturday's clash with Austin.
Impact Taylor is absent from the injury report despite coming off with an undisclosed injury during Sunday's 4-1 win over Portland. The left-back has started all but the opening two matches of the 2023 season and seems set to continue that streak against Austin.
JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers injury Taylor was subbed off due to injury in the 60th minute of Sunday's 4-1 win over Portland Timbers. He generated two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created before exiting the...
Impact An undisclosed injury prevented Taylor from logging more than one hour of action against Portland. Thus, his availability will be a game-time decision before the Minnesota team is expected to host Austin FC on Saturday.
JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Five crosses in draw Taylor had five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.
Impact Taylor recorded five crosses (one accurate) Saturday, and created his first chance since May 7. He also intercepted one pass, made four clearances and drew one foul in his full 90 minutes of action. He picked up a yellow card in the 73rd minute as well, his first booking of the season.
MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
