JOHN TOLKIN NEWS

Signs new contract with NYRB Tolkin has signed a new contract with the Red Bulls until the end of the 2027 MLS season, the club announced Thursday. The deal also includes an option for 2028.

Impact The left-back, who had been linked with a move to Europe in recent months, is in his fifth season with the Red Bulls and has made 93 career MLS appearances for the club. Over his five seasons, Tolkin has recorded five goals and 11 assists in MLS play, and in 2023 alone he delivered 10 assists across all competitions. He's one of the best left-backs in MLS and is an absolute threat on both ends of the field for the Red Bulls.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Tolkin crossed six times (three accurate), created five chances and blocked a shot during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Chicago.

Impact Tolkin was a part of the Red Bulls back line that kept a clean sheet despite going down a man, leading New York in crosses, chances created and blocks in the match. Tolkin broke out of a mini attacking slump in the match, but remains without a goal involvement through the early part of the season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Option once again Tolkin (international duty) is an option for Saturday's match against Orlando.

Impact Tolkin is back from his duties with the USA national team, now in the selection pool for Saturday. The defender will most likely return to a starting role, as he has started in all three matches he has been available for this season.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for USA Tolkin will miss Saturday's clash with Miami while away with the USYNT.

Impact Tolkin has started all three matches since getting back from an injury, and is now set to fall to the sideline once more, though just for a single match. The defender will be looking to make a permanent move to Europe moving forward, and will hope to impress on the international stage.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Dallas Tolkin took an off target shot, crossed once accurately and created a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Dallas.

Impact Tolkin was a part of the Red Bulls' back four which conceded just once Saturday. It was a quiet performance for Tolkin who has now started and played the entirety of back-to-back matches after missing out on the opening match of the year with a groin injury.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in five crosses Tolkin crossed five times inaccurately, made an interception, a tackle and three clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Houston.

Impact Tolkin drew his first start of the season returning from a groin injury to lead the Red Bulls with five crosses in the match. The left back is a prolific crosser and set piece taker, but is unlikely to have a corner kick monopoly this season as he split the role with Emil Forsberg on Saturday.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dynamo Tolkin (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Tolkin was listed as questionable and has now cleared his tag all together. The defender is one of the most important pieces of the starting XI and a major creative threat. His availability is a major boon, especially with Kyle Duncan (hamstring) sidelined.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Tokin (groin) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Houston, according to the RBNY injury report.

Impact Tolkin is listed as questionable for the second week in a row. The defender would obviously be a major addition back to the first team, especially with Kyle Duncan (hamstring) also questionable for Saturday's clash. When both are fit Tolkin is by far the preferred option.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play in season opener Tolkin didn't play in the season opener against Nashville on Feb. 24 due to a groin injury.

Impact The left-back was one of the Red Bulls' best players during the 2023 season, and his absence would leave a void on the left side of the defense if he's forced to miss time. Kyle Duncan replaced him against Nashville, but he's also dealing with an undisclosed injury. If neither can go this weekend, then Cameron Harper or Dylan Nealis could be alternatives to start at left-back.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Incredible from full-back Tolkin scored four times and added eight assists in 30 starts in 2023.

Impact Tolkin had been slowly improving prior to 2023, but in 2023 he exploded as one of the best full-backs in MLS. The defender added 12 goal contributions and was a major driver of play on dead ball situations and down the right flank. Rumors of interest from Europe have swirled, so the big question will be if Tolkin remains in New York for 2024, if he does he will be an elite option.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2023

Hits woodwork in shootout Tolkin took four off target shots, crossed six times (four accurate) and created two chances during Saturday's shootout loss to Cincinnati.

Impact Tolkin was held off the scoresheet in regulation while leading the Red Bulls in shots, crosses and chances created in the match. A hero on decision day and in the wild card round of the playoffs, Tolkin hit the woodwork during Saturday's penalty shootout as the Red Bulls were eliminated from the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 10 crosses Tolkin took two off target shots, crossed 10 times (three accurate), created three chances and made three tackles (winning two) during Sunday's 3-0 loss to Cincinnati.

Impact Tolkin was once again the main creator for the Red Bulls leading the club in crosses, chances created and also tackles during Sunday's loss. Tolkin has two goals and two assists in his last three matches while crossing 18 times and creating five chances over the same timespan.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in three of five goals Tolkin scored a goal and had two assists while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's 5-2 win over Charlotte.

Impact Tolkin scored from a free kick in the 26th minute before setting up goals in the 37th and 56th while leading New York with two chances created in the match. Tolkin is the engine that powers the Red Bulls from left-back as he's now got goals in back-to-back matches while always being a threat from set piece situations.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 26, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Red Bulls clinch playoff spot after John Tolkin's penalty kick in stoppage time

John Tolkin scored on a penalty kick in second-half stoppage time and the New York Red Bulls beat Nashville 1-0 on Saturday night to clinch a playoff spot

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sends Red Bulls into playoffs Tolkin scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing seven times (three accurate) and making three clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville.

Impact Tolkin converted a penalty in the 94th minute to clinch a playoff spot for the Red Bulls while leading the club in crosses and clearances in the match. The left-back ends the regular season with three goals, six assists, 43 chances created and 161 crosses in 27 appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Tolkin had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing five times (three accurate) during Wednesday's match with Cincinnati.

Impact Tolkin set up Elias Manoel in the 17th minute assisting the Red Bulls' second goal. Tolkin has two assists and a goal in his past three matches, while his five crosses were the team-high total as of his substitution in the 69th minute.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not at best in loss to Chicago Tolkin registered one shot (not on-target), seven crosses (none accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss to the Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Tolkin was, as usual, the Red Bulls key playmaker on Saturday but in-line with the overall team performance, he was not at his best. He placed no shots-on-target and his crossing was uncharacteristically inaccurate. He will need to sharpen his execution for the Red Bulls next games against top of the table Cincinnati. The talented, versatile defender has a good track record of amassing fantasy points for goals as well as from his back line duties. From 24 appearances (all starts) he has delivered six clean sheets but also scored two and delivered five assists.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in two of five goals Tolkin had an assist and scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing eight times (two accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 5-3 win over D.C. Unit...

Impact Tolkin set up Sean Nealis in the 58th minute before scoring himself in stoppage time to play a role in two of the Red Bulls' five goals in the match. The goal involvements were the first in six matches for Tolkin as he remains a consistent source of crosses and chances created in every match he plays.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Tolkin took three off target shots, crossed 12 times (two accurate), created a chance and made three tackles (winning two) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Tolkin led the Red Bulls in shots, crosses and tackles in the match while also providing the cross on a Dante Vanzeir shot that was turned into Austin's goal for an own goal. Tolkin remains one of the best attacking fullback options in the league as a locked in starter for the Red Bulls when fit.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in nine crosses Tolkin took one shot (on goal), crossed nine times (two accurate), created two chances and made two tackles (winning both) during Saturday's 0-0 draw with New York City FC.

Impact Tolkin was a part of the Red Bulls' back four that kept a clean sheet on Saturday, leading the team in crosses and chances created in the match. Tolkin may only have five goal involvements in 21 appearances, but the fullback makes up for it by being one of the best creators in his position in MLS.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to create a chance Tolkin took an off target shot and crossed four times inaccurately during Sunday's 4-1 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact Tolkin was held off the scoresheet as part of the the Red Bulls' back four that conceded four goals on Sunday. The left-back has just one goal involvement in five matches since returning from the Gold Cup, but remains one of the best attacking fullbacks in the league in terms of crossing output.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet on Wednesday Tolkin took an off target shot, crossed once accurately and created a chance during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to New England.

Impact Tolkin was held off the scoresheet, but wasn't alone as the Red Bulls were shutout on Wednesday. It was a quiet performance by Tolkin's usual standards as he was even substituted out of the match in the 73rd minute.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 16 crosses Tolkin took an off target shot, crossed 16 times (three accurate), created four chances and made three interceptions during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Tolkin posted team-high totals in crosses, chances created and interceptions while being a part of the Red Bull's back four. Since returning from injury three matches ago, Tolkin has one goal involvement but has taken 5 shots, crossed 33 times and created seven chances as he remains an elite attacking fullback.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE