PABLO RUIZ NEWS

Scores, handed suspension Pablo Ruiz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 3-2 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy. In addition, he was...

Impact Pablo Ruiz scored his second goal in three matches to bring his total on the year to three. However, he will serve a one-match suspension after being shown three yellow cards and one red card in his first 10 games. Jasper Loffelsend and Braian Ojeda are the expected pair to lineup in the midfield Saturday, with Jefferson Savarino and Andres Gomez as the outside midfielders.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener against Colorado Ruiz scored a goal off his lone shot during Sunday's 3-2 win over Colorado.

Impact Ruiz found the back of the net with a powerful long-range shot to open the scoring for Salt Lake but then couldn't add anything substantial during the rest of the contest. This was the second goal of the campaign for the holding midfielder, already matching his career-best mark set last season. Up next for Ruiz is Saturday's visit to Minnesota.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Ruiz took two shots (one on target) and won four of four tackles in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against LAFC.

Impact Ruiz plugged straight back into the XI Saturday after a yellow card suspension last weekend, and he was active on both sides of the ball against LAFC in midfield.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can return from suspension Ruiz will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against LAFC after serving a red card suspension.

Impact Ruiz missed Saturday's draw with the Dynamo after getting sent off in the previous outing versus Seattle, but he should be back in the squad to take on LAFC next weekend. Ruiz has started all six of his MLS appearances this season in midfield.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Pablo Ruiz was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 93rd minute of Sunday's 0-0 draw against Seattle Sounders FC. He had two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accu...

Impact Pablo Ruiz was given two yellow cards Saturday and will serve a one-match suspension. He's started the last six games while totaling a goal, 20 tackles (17 won) and 15 chances created. Damir Kreilach could see the start against Houston in his absence.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Ruiz took a shot and created three chances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Earthquakes. He also made four interceptions and won three of three tackles in the match.

Impact Ruiz was excellent on both sides of the ball as his side downed San Jose on Saturday and he's created a chance in all five of his MLS matches from defensive midfield this season, including eight across his last two appearances.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in loss Ruiz took a shot and created five chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against FC Dallas. He also made a clearance, an interception and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Ruiz was very dangerous with has passing from midfield on Saturday, and he's created 10 chances to go along with the goal he scored last weekend across his four MLS appearances this season.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens account Pablo Ruiz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-1 win against Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Ruiz scored for his first of 2023 during his third start since solving some visa problems. The midfielder has seen starting minutes in every match he is available for and continues to produce from defensive midfield. His weekly upside is more relevant in matches where Ruiz is given the chance to start further up the pitch.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Second-half surge lifts Real Salt Lake over Charlotte 3-1

Pablo Ruiz, Anderson Julio and Jefferson Savarino scored goals over a six-minute span of the second half to rally Real Salt Lake to a 3-1 victory over Charlotte FC

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes two shots against St. Louis Ruiz took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against St. Louis City. He also made two interceptions and won three of four tackles in the mat...

Impact Ruiz made his season debut Saturday after a delayed start to the campaign due to visa issues, and he was mostly solid from defensive midfield despite a costly error with a back-pass straight to Joao Klauss for STL's third goal. Ruiz should continue as a starter in the position moving forward alongside Braian Ojeda (not injury related).

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in starting XI Ruiz (visa) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against St. Louis.

Impact Ruiz is finally back in the starting XI after visa issues have kept him out of contention of late. The midfielder is a crucial part of the first team when available and has the chance to make a difference immediately in defensive midfield.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be ready Saturday Ruiz (visa) is no longer on the injury report and could be an option Saturday against St. Louis.

Impact Ruiz returned to the team about two weeks ago and likely has been training since. Given the other absences in the side, a spot in the starting XI seems likely after he was a regular for RSL the prior two seasons, accruing two goals and four assists in a central role last campaign. Given a lack of full preseason, there's still a question about fitness in his first couple games.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has green card, still doubtful Ruiz (visa) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Seattle despite receiving his green card, Lucas Muller reports.

Impact Ruiz is a doubt Saturday even though he has received his green card, as he has yet to train and get up to match fitness. With Jasper Loffelsend receiving a two-match ban it remains to be seen what the defensive midfield pairing will look like Saturday.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Waiting on green card Ruiz will miss Saturday's season opener against the Whitecaps as he's still in Argentina waiting for his green card, KSL Sports' Caleb Turner reported Friday.

Impact Ruiz should once again be a regular in RSL's XI this season once he sorts out his immigration status. Jasper Loffelsend and Jasper Loffelsend are likely to start in midfield until he's eligible to return.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in playoff loss Ruiz made a clearance, an interception and took a shot in the penalty shootout defeat against Austin FC in Round One of the playoffs.

Impact Ruiz had his most prolific season in MLS in 2022, tallying two goals and four assists across 30 appearances (29 starts) from midfield. The 23-year-old remains one of the first names in XI for RSL whenever he's available heading into the next campaign.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK versus Cincinnati Ruiz had one shot on goal, created one chance, sent in two crosses (one accurate), made two tackles (both won) and missed a penalty during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Cincinnati.

Impact Ruiz was back at the starting Xi after being an unused substitute on the previous match but couldn't leverage the opportunity. The midfielder wasn't as impactful as he's used to be on the attacking end, and, to make things worse, missed a penalty that would've given his side a 2-1 lead during first half's stoppage time. After a strong start of campaign, Ruiz is having lots of ups and downs as of late and will try to bounce back during Oct. 1 visit to LA Galaxy.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Ruiz took two shots and created a chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Whitecaps. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Ruiz put in a solid shift in midfield on Saturday but his side had to settle for a draw with Vancouver after Julian Gressel's late equalizer.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles FC takes win streak into match against Real Salt Lake

Los Angeles FC is looking to prolong a four-game win streak with a victory against Real Salt Lake

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Salt Lake looks to end road losing streak in game against the San Jose Earthquakes

Real Salt Lake visits the San Jose Earthquakes looking to end a three-game road skid

JULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes five shots in home loss Ruiz hauled in five shots (two on target), two chances created, three crosses (one accurate) and 72 passes completed in Saturday's 1-0 loss to FC Dallas.

Impact Ruiz has been on the front foot a lot of late mounting eight shots and a goal over his past two matches alone. He's also added five chances created and five crosses over that stint and seems to be in a terrific form at the moment.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal in win Ruiz scored one goal on three shots (two on target) during Sunday's 3-0 win over Kansas City.

Impact Ruiz scored a goal in the 64th minute to put away the second goal of the match for Salt Lake. With one goal, one assist and five chances created in his last three matches, Ruiz is starting to play in top form. If he is able to keep his consistency and stay in his top form, Ruiz is likely to improve his minutes moving forward.

JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cordova, Real Salt Lake beat Sporting KC 3-0

Zac MacMath stopped the one shot he faced while Sergio Cordova scored as Real Salt Lake earned a 3-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City

JULY 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sends in two crosses at Atlanta Ruiz sent in two inaccurate crosses during Wednesday's 2-1 loss at Atlanta.

Impact Ruiz had a quiet outing and could not log any relevent stats outside the two crosses before subbing off during halftime. The midfielder has one goal and four assists in the season, though, and has been a regular starter so far. He will look to bounce back against Sporting KC on Sunday.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One less corner than Savarino Ruiz attempted three corner kicks during a 0-0 draw Saturday versus Columbus.

Impact Ruiz was Real Salt Lake's main corner-kick specialist from February to June. However, the team finally started its May 4 signing Jefferson Savarino this month. He logged more corner-kick attempts than those Ruiz recorded Saturday. If the acquisition regularly starts in place of Maikel Chang, Ruiz's future corner rate could decrease.

JUNE 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Ruiz (personal) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match with Columbus.

Impact Ruiz is in the starting XI after returning to the Salt Lake team. It's uncertain what the person reasons were but the midfielder should be fully fit and available for a full 90 during Saturday's match.

JUNE 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE