MATT HEDGES NEWS

Remains out Hedges (lower body) is out for Wednesday's clash with RBNY, according to the Toronto injury report.

Impact Hedges is ruled out as he continues to deal with a lower body injury. The defender has missed two matches in a row and four of his last five in what is quickly becoming an injury-riddled season. When fit Hedges is a cornerstone of the defense and a nailed-on starter. His absence will likely force Toronto into a back-three once more.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Montreal Hedges (lower body) will not be available for selection in Saturday's clash against CF Montreal, according to Toronto's injury report.

Impact Hedges will miss another game this weekend as he deals with a lower body injury so soon after recovering from a concussion. With Sigurd Rosted (upper body) and Shane O'Neill (lower body) both out as well, Toronto manager Bob Bradley might have to get creative with his center-back selections against Montreal.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Hedges (undisclosed) was a late scratch before Saturday's clash with New England.

Impact Hedges was scratched just minutes before kick-off, with Shane O'Neill moving into the starting XI. Hedges is the cornerstone of the defense and would be a major loss if the injury proves to be serious leading into a May 13 trip to Montreal.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in return Hedges made a block and two clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against NYCFC.

Impact Hedges returned from a concussion Saturday and helped shut out New York City in his first game back in central defense.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting after clearing protocols Hedges (concussion) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against NYC FC.

Impact Hedges is back in the starting XI after spending a pair of matches on the sideline with a concussion. The defender should have no issue taking a major role back in the starting XI, as he did in every match before picking up the concussion.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Hedges (concussion) was back in full training with Toronto FC on Tuesday, John Molinaro of TFC Republic reports.

Impact Hedges has missed his side's last two games after suffering a head injury against Nashville on April 8, but he returned to team training on Tuesday and seems likely to be available for the New York City match this weekend. He should slot back into the starting XI in central defense once he's fully fit.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Hedges (concussion) has not returned to training with Toronto ahead of the clash against the Union this weekend, according to team reporter Michael Singh on Wednesday.

Impact Hedges missed the draw with Atlanta United last weekend after suffering a head injury against Nashville in the previous match. He seems doubtful to clear the concussion protocol in time to face Philadelphia on Saturday, with Lukas MacNaughton ready to continue in his place in central defense if necessary.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Atlanta Hedges (head) is out for Saturday's clash with Atlanta, according to the Toronto injury report.

Impact Hedges is out after failing to clear concussion protocol before Saturday's match. The center-back was forced off after a head-to-head collision during a Saturday draw with Nashville. Hedges has been a nailed-on starter since joining Toronto from Dallas. Lukas MacNaughton could get the start with Hedges sidelined Saturday.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Nashville Hedges was subbed out of Saturday's draw against Nashville SC at halftime after suffering an apparent head injury. He did not train with Toronto on Tuesday, according to John Molin...

Impact Hedges had to be replaced by Lukas MacNaughton in central defense Saturday and will be questionable for next weekend's Atlanta match. Shane O'Neill is another option to partner Sigurd Rosted in the position if necessary.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Booked in Draw Hedges had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.

Impact Hedges has been good with his performances and has two clean sheets across six games played. He has also been fantastic and averages 1.7 tackles per game and 1.2 interceptions per game. He might have an easier task next week as Real Salt Lake have only managed to score one goal in four matches.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes eight clearances in draw Hedges made eight clearances, an interception and won one of one tackles in Satruday's 1-1 draw against Atlanta United.

Impact Hedges has asserted himself as a starting center-back alongside Sigurd Rosted in Toronto's new-look back line after joining the club from FC Dallas in the offseason.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto FC makes splash by unveiling central defender Matt Hedges Toronto FC rolled out the welcome Matt for a veteran player the Reds are hoping will shore up a defence that had its share of deficiencies.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Signs with Toronto Hedges has signed with Toronto on a two-year deal, Toronto announced Monday.

Impact Hedges joins Toronto to provide some defensive solidity to a tea that look lost at the back last time out. Hedges was a brilliant part of the Dallas back line in 2022, making 30 appearances and 28 starts while keeping seven clean sheets. The center-back made 349 total appearances with Dallas and will be tough to replace. Sebastien Ibeagha could see more playing time with Hedges headed north of the border.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto FC sign defender Matt Hedges in free agency | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Toronto FC have signed free-agent defender Matt Hedges through the 2024 MLS season with options through 202...

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Toronto FC bolsters backline by signing veteran free agent centre back Matt Hedges Toronto FC has bolstered its defence by signing free agent Matt Hedges to a two-year contract. The 32-year-old spent the past 11 seasons wit...

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

TFC still negotiating with Hedges, Vazquez and Mavinga, reportedly also interested in Rey Toronto FC is hoping that Dallas FC centre back Matt Hedges will be able to save their back line and help the team stop bleeding goals.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Contract negotiations ongoing Hedges' contract option for 2023 was declined by FC Dallas, but the club remains in negotiations with the player about a potential new deal.

Impact Hedges kept seven clean sheets and tallied a goal and an assist across 30 MLS appearances (28 starts) in central defense this season as Dallas returned to the playoffs. The 32-year-old will become a free agent if no new deal is agreed upon by the November deadline.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Minnesota Hedges took a shot and assisted a goal in Monday's 1-1 (5-4 after penalties) Round One playoff victory against Minnesota United. He also made seven clearances in the match.

Impact Hedges grabbed his first MLS assist in more than seven years dating back to September 2015, setting up Facundo Quignon's all-important equalizer on Monday. He also converted his spot kick in the shootout as his side advanced to an all-Texas Western Conference semifinal tie against Austin FC.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids face Dallas in Western Conference action

The Colorado Rapids host Dallas in conference action

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Should be available vs. San Jose Hedges (knee) was seen traveling with Dallas for Saturday's clash against the Earthquakes.

Impact Hedges has missed his side's last two games with a knee injury, but he's been taken off the injury report and could be available to make his return to the pitch on Saturday. Nkosi Tafari has been replacing him in central defense while he was injured.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots in shutout win Hedges held a clean sheet and added two blocked shots, two aerials won and nine clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Hedges and the Dallas back line held first clean sheet in last 12 matches but they've had four in the 10 matches before that. He's also scored once on four shots over the past three starts while adding 19 clearances over the same period.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Houston Hedges scored a goal and created a chance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against the Dynamo. He also made seven clearances in the match.

Impact Hedges opened the scoring Saturday with his first goal of the season, a header from an Alan Velasco corner kick. But Houston was twice able to peg back the lead from his side to settle for a draw in this rivalry match.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hadebe sparks Dynamo to 2-2 draw with FC Dallas

Defender Teenage Hadebe scored in the 11th minute of second-half stoppage time after Jesús Ferreira’s goal eight minutes earlier had give FC Dallas the lead and the Houston Dynamo...

JULY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting on Saturday Hedges (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Austin FC.

Impact Hedges is in the starting XI against Austin FC as expected after returning to training earlier in the week. The defender takes his place alongside Jose Antonio Martinez in the heart of the Dallas defense.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Hedges (knee) was back in training with FC Dallas on Wednesday and he is expected to be available for selection in Saturday's clash against Austin FC, according to manager Nico Est...

Impact Hedges missed last weekend's loss to the Whitecaps with a knee issue, but he underwent an MRI and the injury is not serious. He could be back in the starting lineup alongside Jose Antonio Martinez in central defense against Austin.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE