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Kuzma scores 30, Wizards beat Raptors to edge closer in East

Kyle Kuzma scored the game’s first 10 points and finished with 30, Kristaps Porzingis added 25 points, and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 119-108 in the opener of...

MARCH 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dany Rosero - Transfers to Kansas City Rosero has signed a three-year contract with the option to add another one with Sporting KC after transferring from Colombian side Atletico Junior, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Rosero has racked up 16 goals and three assists in 222 Liga Dimayor appearances from central defense throughout his career with three different Colombian clubs, most recently Atletico Junior. He is now moving to MLS following Kortne Ford's season-ending injury, and he will challenge Robert Voloder and Robert Castellanos for KC's starting spot next to Andreu Fontas in the back line once he gets his visa.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards' Morris week-to-week with back problems

The Washington Wizards say starting point guard Monte Morris is week-to-week because of lower back problems

MARCH 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Beal, Wizards spoil Snyder's Hawks debut with 119-116 win

The Washington Wizards spoiled Quin Snyder’s Atlanta coaching debut, getting 37 points from Bradley Beal and 28 from Kyle Kuzma in a 119-116 victory over the Hawks

MARCH 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Erik Thommy - Takes four shots in opening day win Thommy took four shots (two on target) and created two chances in Monday's 1-0 victory against Sporting KC. He also made a clearance and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Thommy was back in Kansas City's XI to kick off the 2023 campaign on Monday, and he played well on both sides of the ball from midfield despite his side's defeat.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Khiry Shelton - Creates two chances vs. Portland Shelton took a shot on target and created two chances in Monday's 1-0 defeat against the Timbers. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Shelton started on the right wing in Kansas City's season opener on Monday and was fairly active despite his side's defeat. He will return to the bench once Johnny Russell (hamstring) recovers from injury, but Shelton is a versatile backup option who can play all across the attacking line.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

William Agada - Takes shot in season opener Agada took a shot and created a chance in Monday's 1-0 defeat against the Timbers.

Impact Agada kicked off the 2023 campaign as Kansas City's starting striker, though there will be more competition in the position this season once Alan Pulido (knee) returns from injury.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Graham Zusi - Whips in 11 crosses Zusi crossed 11 times inaccurately, made two interceptions and three clearances during Monday's 1-0 loss to Portland.

Impact Zusi was a part of the Kansas City back four that conceded just once during Monday's loss. The fullback's 11 crosses were the second most on the team as he finished last season with 59 crosses and one assist in 21 appearances.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Salloi - Fires three shots Salloi took three shots (one on goal), crossed four times (one accurate) and created a chance during Monday's 1-0 loss to Portland.

Impact Salloi was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Kansas City were shutout on Monday. The attacker scored seven goals and provided three assists in 29 appearances last season and ended Monday's match with the second highest amount of shots on the team.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

John Pulskamp - Concedes once in loss Pulskamp allowed a goal while making three saves during Monday's 1-0 loss to Portland.

Impact Pulskamp allowed the lone goal of the match in the sixth minute as Kansas City opened their season with a loss. The keeper allowed 18 goals in 12 appearances a year ago, but is expected to lose his starting role once Tim Melia returns to full fitness.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nemanja Radoja - Missed first match with injury Radoja (undisclosed) was not an option during Sunday's 1-0 loss due to injury, confirmed manager Peter Vermes per The Kansas City Star.

Impact Radoja had missed most of preseason with an undisclosed injury while also missing the first match of the season Sunday. He was brought on from Levante to add depth to the midfield, while also trying to fight for a starting spot. Radoja will likely start off the bench when healthy, playing as Erik Thommy, Remi Walter and Roger Espinoza's backup until he returns to full form.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Melia - Still dealing with hamstring issues Melia (hamstring) did not feature in Sunday's 1-0 loss to the Portland Timbers, manager Peter Vermes revealed "I want to make sure that the guys who are in the team and ready to pl...

Impact Melia was not fit enough to start in goal Sunday while still dealing with an aggravated hamstring. He has not played since Jul 24, but is on his way to making a full recovery. However he did miss most of preseason and would need more time to fully recover. John Pulskamp will continue to take the starting role for Kansas City until Melia is well enough to fight for the role back.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mosquera scores early goal, Timbers down Sporting KC 1-0

Juan Mosquera scored an early goal and the Portland Timbers defeated Sporting Kansas City 1-0 in a match postponed Saturday because of snow and frigid temperatures in Portland

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sporting Kansas City loses opener at Portland after conceding early goal to Timbers Sporting KC kicked off its 2023 MLS season with a Monday night loss at Portland’s Providence Park.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Alan Pulido - Not in squad for opener Pulido (knee) is not in the squad for Monday's opener against Portland.

Impact This isn't too surprising for Pulido, who was labeled as questionable for Monday's opener despite having not been reported in team training. It's unknown what his status will be in the coming month, but Peter Vermes is always tight lipped and there may not be a ton of updates until he actually returns to the squad.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLS opens 2023 season in dramatic fashion: 5 takeaways

Thiago Almada's brace and St. Louis City SC's debut victory made for a memorable opening day for MLS.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Randle scores 46 as Knicks rally past Wizards 115-109

Julius Randle equaled a career high with 46 points, and the New York Knicks rallied from a 19-point deficit to beat the Washington Wizards 115-109

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sporting Kansas City 2023 Season Preview | MLSSoccer.com 2023 Schedule - First game: Feb. 25 - 10:30 pm ET at Portland Timbers - Home opener: March 11 - 8:30 pm ET vs. LA Galaxy - Full schedule - W...

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Your Friday Kickoff: Watch guide for action-packed MLS is Back weekend | MLSSoccer.com Portland Timbers vs. Sporting Kansas City postponed due to winter weather Due to severe winter weather in the Portland area, Major League So...

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Johnny Russell - Could miss weeks with injury Russell (hamstring) could be sidelined for "a couple weeks" to make sure his injury doesn't get worse, Sporting KC manager Peter Vermes told the Kansas City Star's Daniel Sperry on...

Impact Russell picked up a hamstring injury in KC's final preseason game last weekend and has already been ruled out of the campaign opener against the Timbers on Saturday. It's possible he misses a few more games after that, with Marinos Tzionis likely to take over on the right wing in the meantime.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting Kansas City visits the Portland Timbers for season opener

The Portland Timbers open the season at home against Sporting Kansas City

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland Timbers vs. Sporting Kansas City postponed due to winter weather | MLSSoccer.com Due to severe winter weather in the Portland area, Major League Soccer today announced that the Portland Timbers vs. Sporting Kansas City Ma...

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Snow in Portland leads to postponement of Timbers opener

The Portland Timbers’ Major League Soccer season opener against Sporting KC has been postponed because of severe winter weather in the Portland area

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Can Sporting KC get back to being elite? The 2023 MLS season kicks off Saturday night Here are a few storylines to watch as Sporting KC embarks on its 2023 MLS season Saturday night in Portland.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM