AUGUST 4, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
KEMAR LAWRENCE DEFENDER - NO TEAM
DEFENDER - NO TEAM
Minnesota United, D Kemar Lawrence terminate contract Minnesota United and defender Kemar Lawrence mutually decided to terminate the MLS veteran’s contract on Thursday.
Minnesota United, Kemar Lawrence mutually terminate contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Mutual contract termination Minnesota United FC and defender Kemar Lawrence have mutually agreed to terminate his c...
AUGUST 3, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Returns to Minnesota Lawrence (international duty) is absent from the Minnesota availability report for Saturday's clash with LAFC.
Impact Lawrence and Jamaica were eliminated from the Gold Cup and Lawrence has now returned to Minnesota. The defender has been a consistent starter at left-back when fully fit, but depending on his fitness it could be Zarek Valentin who takes the start at left-back.
JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Selected for Gold Cup Lawrence has been called up by the Jamaican national team for the Gold Cup from June 24-July 16, meaning he will miss at least two MLS matches for Minnesota United.
Impact Lawrence has missed his club's last two games with a thigh injury, and he's set to remain unavailable for a few more as he'll be competing at the Gold Cup with Jamaica. Zarek Valentin might also make the tournament with Puerto Rico, which would leave DJ Taylor and Devin Padelford as the only natural full-backs at Minnesota.
JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still out against Montreal Lawrence (thigh) will remain sidelined for Saturday's clash against CF Montreal, according to Minnesota's injury report for the match.
Impact Lawrence will miss a second straight game this weekend with a thigh injury he suffered in late May. Zarek Valentin should continue as a starter at right-back in his place with DJ Taylor lining up on the left side.
JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Did not train Friday Lawrence (thigh) did not participate in training Friday and is in doubt for Saturday's clash with Toronto FC, reports Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.
Impact Lawrence could sit out Saturday after not training Friday after suffering a thigh injury during Wednesday's loss to Austin. Zarek Valentin is expected to replace him in the XI against Toronto with DJ Taylor sliding over to left-back. Lawrence has been doing a fair job thus far that has won him a starting spot, averaging about 3.4 crosses per game with 31 (five won) in the last seven contests.
JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Austin Lawrence was subbed out of Wednesday's clash against Austin in the 54th minute after suffering an apparent leg injury.
Impact Lawrence has started 13 of Minnesota's 15 league matches at left-back this season, but he had to come out of Wednesday's game in the second half due to an injury. Zarek Valentine replaces him against Austin.
MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Six crosses in draw Lawrence recorded six crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake.
Impact Lawrence recorded six crosses (zero accurate) Saturday, his second most in a match this season. He also won one tackle and made two clearances in his 68 minutes of playing time.
MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates chance in win Lawrence took a shot and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Timbers. He also made a block, three clearances and an interception in the match.
Impact Lawrence played well on both sides of the ball from left-back Saturday as his side earned a second consecutive clean sheet, shutting out Houston and Portland in their last two games.
MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Crosses eight times in draw Lawrence (personal) had one shot on goal, two chances created and eight crosses (two accurate) in Sunday's scoreless draw against Dallas.
Impact Lawrence was back in the XI Sunday after missing the prior contest with a family matter. He produced one of his best fantasy performances of the young season against Dallas, getting his first shot along with double the amount of crosses he had in any prior contest. While this won't happen every match, he's still a left-back who gets forward a decent amount.
MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to training Lawrence (personal) was back training with Minnesota United this week, the Pioneer Press' Andy Greder reported Thursday. He should be available for selection for Sunday's clash aga...
Impact Lawrence is back with the team after missing last weekend's loss to the Sounders due to a family matter, and he should be an option to return to the starting lineup at left-back against Dallas.
APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out with family matter Lawrence was not involved in Saturday's defeat against the Sounders due to a family matter, according to team reporter Jacob Schneider before the game.
Impact Lawrence was replaced by Zarek Valentin in the XI Saturday while DJ Taylor slid over to his left-back position. Lawrence will hope to be able to return to the squad by next weekend's clash against FC Dallas.
APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances in loss Lawrence made two clearances, an interception and created two chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Orlando City. He also won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Lawrence has started six of Minnesota's seven MLS matches at left-back this season, only missing out on the draw with the Whitecaps during the March international window.
APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back in Minnesota Lawrence (not injury related) is returning to Minnesota United on Tuesday, according to the Star Tribune's Jerry Zgoda. He is expected to be available for Saturday's clash against...
Impact Lawrence started each of Minnesota's first three games of the season before DJ Taylor replaced him at left-back while he was away on international duty last weekend. But Lawrence should be available for the St. Louis match on Saturday and is likely to slot straight back into the XI.
MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Earns call up to national team Lawrence has been called up by the Jamaican National Team for an upcoming CONCACAF Nations League match against Mexico on March 26.
Impact Lawrence has started all three of Minnesota's MLS matches to begin the 2023 campaign, but he will miss the clash against the Whitecaps on Saturday while on international duty. DJ Taylor is likely to replace him at left-back for the game.
MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets start Saturday Lawrence (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against New York Red Bulls, Jacob Schneider of MLSSoccer.com reports.
Impact Despite picking up a minor injury in training, Lawrence gets the starting nod Saturday. The veteran will handle the left side of the defense on a 4-3-3 tactic.
MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up knock in training Lawrence suffered a minor knock in training with Minnesota United on Tuesday, according to team reporter Jacob Schneider.
Impact Lawrence remains Minnesota's top option at left-back to begin the 2023 campaign, but he's picked up a knock that puts his availability for Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls at risk. DJ Taylor could slot into the XI in his place if necessary for the game.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Consistent starter in Minnesota Lawrence recorded a goal, two assists and three clean sheets during his first season in Minnesota, mostly playing at left-back.
Impact Lawrence quickly took over the starting left-back role at his new club after arriving from Toronto in March, and the 30-year-old started every MLS game thereafter barring a minor knee injury in August.
NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs three inaccurate crosses Lawrence (leg) logged three inaccurate crosses during a 2-0 loss to the Earthquakes on Saturday.
Impact Lawrence continues to have significant problems consistently logging accurate crosses. But despite recording only one of those across Minnesota United's last 12 games played, his latest game log indicates he can continue being available post-injury.
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starts as expected Lawrence (leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with San Jose.
Impact Lawrence is in the starting XI, as expected, after avoiding an injury designation. The defender lines up at left-back, his normal position in the back line. Lawrence has little offensive upside, with just three goal contributions through 26 appearances.
OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Avoids injury designation Lawrence (leg) is absent from the injury report for Saturday's clash with San Jose, per the Minnesota injury report.
Impact Lawrence came off against Kansas City with a leg injury but it appears the defender avoided any major issues. Lawrence should be a consistent starter when healthy, having made 25 appearances (24 starts) on the way to one goal and two assists in 2022.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Assists, leaves injured Lawrence had an assist but also left in the second half of Saturday's 4-1 loss to Sporting KC with a leg injury.
Impact Lawrence set up Mender Garcia in the 57th minute assisting Minnesota's lone goal of the match. The fullback also suffered a leg injury in the 82nd minute as he'll have an extra week to recover before Minnesota's next match following the international break.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time call against Austin Lawrence (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with Austin, according to the Minnesota injury report. He was not in training with United on Friday, according to And...
Impact Lawrence is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with Minnesota due to a knee injury. It's not clear when he picked the injury up but the left-back has been the clear number one for Minnesota so far in 2022 with 21 appearances and 20 starts. If he was unable to play Minnesota could be forced into a different formation or perhaps playing DJ Taylor out of position.
AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Five crosses for draw Lawrence had five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 1-1 tie against Sporting Kansas City.
Impact Lawrence sent in five crosses for the second straight match though this time none were accurate. The left-back has certainly had the volume needed for big fantasy days recently though the quality of his end product has been lacking. Lawrence has a perfect chance to get on the scoresheet against a scuffling D.C. United side Saturday.
JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in 3-1 victory Lawrence scored on his lone shot and added one interception and five crosses (none accurate) in Friday's 3-1 win over Vancouver Whitecaps.
Impact Lawrence put in the back of the net a terrific volley to draw United level. That was his first goal of the season and he also had an assist in the last three matches. The full-back though has merely held one clean sheet all season as Minnesota have been very leaky in the back.
JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
