Impact Brown is fit but drops out of the starting XI after dealing with a leg issue. Philip Quinton will start at right-back against Dallas, with both Brown and Bode Hidalgo competing for time off the bench.
SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
JAVAIN BROWN #91 - DEFENDER - REAL SALT LAKE
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On bench Wednesday Brown (leg) is on the bench in Wednesday's match against FC Dallas.
Questionable for RSL Brown (leg) is questionable for Wednesday's clash with FC Dallas.
Impact Brown has started the two matches since joining Salt Lake, totaling two tackles with six clearances at left back. Bode Hidalgo will to return to the lineup, having started on the bench the last two games.
SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
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Still needs more time Brown is expected to miss time due to personal matters, according to manager Vsanni Sartini, per Har Johal of Equalizer Soccer.
Impact Brown has now missed his second straight match after having to bow out for Wednesday's win against Kansas City. This coming to fruition due to personal matters, as the defender is set to spend some time off to work on his problems. That said, it is unsure when he will return, likely missing at least the next one to two matches.
JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist Brown logged one assist with six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created during Vancouver's 3-2 loss Saturday at New England.
Impact Serving as Vancouver's right center-back allowed Brown to send balls into the box. The lone cross that hit resulted in a goal from Ryan Gauld. Perhaps despite the Whitecaps' latest defensive effort, Brown can continue to be one of their primary center-backs.
JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE
Three shots Wednesday Brown recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City.
Impact Brown was active throughout Wednesday's clash, getting forward at any chance and trying his hand from deep. None of his shots were on target, but his willingness to shoot is certainly a good sign for more offensive contributions. That said Brown hasn't surpassed a single goal across any season in MLS.
MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Solid role Brown made 26 appearances (22 starts) scoring and assisting once this season.
Impact Brown has played almost the exact same role each year across three seasons with Vancouver. A solid piece of the team even if not a starring player. There's no reason to believe that will change moving forward, especially if Vancouver stick with this five at the back formation.
NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy versus DC United Brown made two tackles (one won), five clearances, one interception and one block during Saturday's 2-2 draw against DC United.
Impact Brown had a nice performance despite being part of a defensive line that conceded two goals in roughly an hour as he posted a season high in clearances and was very effective against opposing forwards. After being benched for the previous contest, the center-back will hope to have played well enough to remain in the lineup for Wednesday's clash against St. Louis City SC.
OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy against Fire Brown recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th minute.
Impact Brown earned a clean sheet though he didn't have too much to do, as he made four clearances and a pair of tackles. All-in-all the center-back most importantly played the full 90 for the first time since returning from a two-month injury break. Brown seems set to return to his mainstay role in the starting XI.
AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available off bench Brown (hamstring) was on the bench for a 2-1 Leagues Cup win over LA Galaxy.
Impact Brown returned to the bench for the 2-1 Leagues Cup win. The defender went unused but a return to the bench is a good sign that he's nearing a full return to fitness. Brown is expected to be back to his best before MLS resumes.
JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out with hamstring injury Brown has been ruled out of the clash with the Galaxy this weekend due to hamstring tightness, the Daily Hive Vancouver reported Friday.
Impact Brown has missed the Whitecaps' last four league games while with the Jamaican national team at the Gold Cup, where he started three of his country's five matches at the tournament. But he won't be available against LA Saturday due to a hamstring injury, so Ryan Raposo could continue at right-back while Mathias Laborda is suspended as well.
JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Going straight to Gold Cup Brown will remain unavailable for Vancouver's next three MLS games at least after being selected by Jamaica to compete in the Gold Cup from June 24-July 16.
Impact Brown will remain with the Jamaican national team following last week's friendlies, and he'll miss at least three league matches for his club. Mathias Laborda is the likely option to replace him at right-back for the Whitecaps.
JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Joining up with national team Brown has been called up to the Jamaican national team for upcoming friendlies on June 15 and 19, which makes him uncertain for next week's MLS clash against the Rapids.
Impact Brown has started 14 of the Whitecaps' 17 league matches this season mostly at right-back, but he might be questionable for the Rapids match next week just two days after his final international friendly during this June window. Brown would have to miss significantly more time if he also makes Jamaica's Gold Cup roster later this month.
JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy defensively Brown recorded two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Seattle Sounders FC.
Impact Brown had plenty to do behind the ball as he made a second consecutive start at center-back. The defender has done well in his new role with seven interceptions and eight clearances in two starts at center-back. When Ranko Veselinovic (personal) returns to the starting XI Brown would likely shift back to a major role at right-back.
MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in draw Brown registered two shots (one on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Colorado Rapids.
Impact Brown got in on the fun as Vancouver seemingly created, but didn't finish, chances at will. The right-back created his seventh chance during his seventh start, but was able to do little more. Brown is off to a hot start in 2023 when on the pitch, with three goal contributions from seven starts while dominating minutes at right-back.
MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Keeps clean sheet in draw Brown made a clearance and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC. He also took a shot and created two chances in the match.
Impact Brown played well on both sides of the ball as his side settled for a scoreless draw with Austin on Saturday. He's started six of his side's eight MLS matches at right-back this season.
APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists in return Brown (not injury related) assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 5-0 win versus CF Montreal.
Impact Brown returned from international duty to come straight back into the starting XI and immediately earned his first assist of the campaign. He also tacked on a secondary assist during the one-sided rout. Brown was only able to go 65 minutes as he was given a rest with the game firmly in hand, in closer matches Brown is a strong candidate to go the full 90.
APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Becher sparks Vancouver to 5-0 victory over Montreal
Simon Becher scored two goals and added an assist to power the Vancouver Whitecaps to a 5-0 victory over CF MontrealAPRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Linking up with national team Brown has been called up by the Jamaican National Team for an upcoming CONCACAF Nations League match against Mexico on March 26.
Impact Brown has started all four of Vancouver's MLS matches to begin the season, taking five shots and scoring a goal from right-back already. But he will miss Saturday's clash against Minnesota United while away on international duty, with Mathias Laborda the likely option to replace him in the lineup, though Julian Gressel could slide back into the position as well.
MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nets in loss Brown scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Real Salt Lake.
Impact Brown got on the scoresheet early in 2023, though it proved not to be enough to earn a point on opening day. Brown has slotted in all over the Vancouver starting XI, though in general he isn't a major offensive option. Brown and Vancouver will likely face a tough time in 2023, with a lack of attacking talent throughout the lineup.
FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kreilach, Glad each score a goal, RSL beats Whitecaps 2-1
Damir Kreilach scored the deciding goal in a 2-1 win for Real Salt Lake over the Vancouver Whitecaps on in the season opener for both teamsFEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ends season on bench Brown was an unused substitute in the Decision Day defeat against Minnesota United.
Impact Brown kept six clean sheets in 27 appearances (22 starts) this season and he scored his first MLS goal against Nashville in July. The 23-year-old was mostly deployed in a back-three, transitioning away from the full-back positions he's played in the past, but he also didn't feature in any of Vancouver's final four games of the campaign as Jake Nerwinski replaced him in the XI.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful against Salt Lake Brown (ankle) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Salt Lake, according to the Vancouver injury report.
Impact Brown picked up the injury during Wednesday's win over Colorado and while he is listed as questionable the short rest makes it unlikely he plays Saturday. Brown has been a consistent start of late, though if he can't play it will likely Jake Nerwinski who replaces him.
AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Colorado Brown was subbed out of Wednesday's victory against the Rapids in the 34th minute after suffering an ankle injury. He made an interception and two clearances in the match before be...
Impact Brown has started in 10 of Vancouver's last 11 MLS matches in the back-three, but he had to be taken off Wednesday due to injury. Jake Nerwinski replaced him on the day and could do so again if necessary against Real Salt Lake at the weekend.
AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
