SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Tom Edwards departs New York Red Bulls, joins Barnsley | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Mutual loan termination The New York Red Bulls have mutually agreed to terminate defender Tom Edwards’ loan from Ch...
Out multiple weeks Edwards (personal) is expected to be out for multiple weeks, according to manager Gerhard Struber via reporter Mark Fishkin.
Impact Edwards hasn't played in any of the three matches in August and it's unclear when he might return. With 19 starts in 20 appearances, Edwards has had a solid season but it's up to Aaron Long and Sean Nealis to start at center-back for now.
AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Removed from availability report Edwards (personal) was removed from the availability report ahead of Saturday's match against Orlando.
Impact Edwards was removed from the availability report though that's no guarantee he is back from his time away from the team. The defender missed a Saturday match with D.C. United due to team-approved personal reasons. Edwards has been a consistent starter when with the first team.
AUGUST 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out for personal reason Edwards (personal) is not with the Red Bulls at the moment ahead of Saturday's clash against D.C. United, manager Gerhard Struber said in a press conference Friday.
Impact Struber didn't provide any details about Edwards' absence other than that it's due to personal reasons and that he hopes he can return to the team soon. Andres Reyes replaced him in the back-three against Colorado on Tuesday and Dylan Nealis can cover for him at right-back in a back-four formation.
AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended against Colorado Edwards will miss next week's clash against the Rapids with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.
Impact Edwards picked up a booking in Sunday's victory over Austin, meaning he will be suspended for next week's match. Dylan Nealis is likely to replace him at right-back for the game.
JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Saturday Edwards (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati.
Impact Edwards is back in the starting XI after recovering from an ankle injury. The defender missed a match with Kansas City but was able to return to training and clearly passed all tests to move straight into the starting XI.
JULY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Could be available for weekend Edwards "looks very good" in his recovery from an ankle injury, Red Bulls manager Gerhard Struber said Thursday.
Impact Edwards missed last weekend's win over Kansas City with an ankle injury he had suffered in the previous game, but he is expected to be available for selection against FC Cincinnati on Saturday.
JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Kansas City Edwards (ankle) will miss Sunday's clash against Sporting KC, New York manager Gerhard Struber said Saturday.
Impact Edwards suffered an ankle injury against Atlanta on Thursday and he has now been ruled out of Sunday's game. Struber is optimistic that he will be able to return to the team next week. He is likely to stick with a back-four against Kansas City, with Dylan Nealis returning from suspension to line up at right back.
JULY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Registers six crosses Edwards had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate), and three corners in Friday's 2-1 victory against Atlanta United. He was subbed out in the 78th minute with an ankl...
Impact Edwards has racked up 27 crosses (five accurate) and 19 corners in his last five contests. While the defender has been sharing the corner-taking duties, his ability to push the attack from the backline makes him a top-half fantasy option. He will be questionable for Sunday's clash against Sporting KC, but manager Gerhard Struber said after Friday's game that he doesn't have enough details about the injury yet.
JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to be available Saturday Red Bulls manager Gerhard Struber said Thursday that Edwards (hamstring) "will be ready" for Saturday's clash against the Union.
Impact Edwards picked up a hamstring injury that made him miss Tuesday's U.S. Open Cup win over D.C. United, but he is expected to be able to return for the Philadelphia game this weekend.
MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Loaned back to New York Edwards has re-joined the Red Bulls on a season-long loan from Stoke City, the club announced Sunday.
Impact Edwards made 28 MLS appearances (26 starts) while on-loan in New York last season mostly at either center back or right back. The 23-year-old is once again being sent to the Red Bulls for the 2022 season, where he will likely continue being a highly used and versatile defender.
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wins three tackles in loss Edwards created a chance and won three of three tackles in Saturday's 1-0 Round One defeat against Philadelphia. He also made two clearances, a block and an interception in the mat...
Impact Edwards and the Red Bulls defended valiantly through full time and extra time on Saturday, but the Union finally broke through in the 123rd minute via a Jakob Glesnes rocket. Edwards finishes his season in MLS with two clean sheets and two assists in 28 appearances (26 starts) mostly either at center back or right back, and the 22-year-old is scheduled to return from his loan to Stoke City at the end of the calendar year.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ten crosses in draw Edwards sent in 10 crosses (three accurate), creating two chances during Sunday's one-all draw with Nashville.
Impact Edwards led the way with ten crosses and gave himself a very strong fantasy floor with his duty on corners. The defender is a solid option in most matchups and has a strong fantasy floor with a respectable ceiling. He may be pushed defensively in the first round of the playoffs, against Philadelphia.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in loss Edwards sent in 11 crosses (four accurate), creating three chances during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to D.C. United.
Impact Edwards was exceptional Wednesday and used his duty on set-pieces to build a solid fantasy floor. The defender is a stable and consistent fantasy provider, and should have plenty of value to close out the season. Next up is a Saturday clash with Montreal.
OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist in win Edwards created three chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Columbus. He also made two interceptions, a clearance and won two of two tackles in the match.
Impact Edwards' cross to Cristian Casseres on Saturday resulted in a seventh-minute opening goal and a second assist of the season for Edwards. He also did well defensively, but will likely be tested even harder Wednesday against D.C. United, which have scored 51 times in 31 MLS matches.
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist against Miami Edwards created two chances and recorded an assist in Friday's 4-0 win against Miami.
Impact Edwards recorded his first assist of the season on a throw-in as his long throw bounced into the box a few times before Omir Fernandez connected with a powerful header to put New York up 2-0 in the 31st minute. Edwards sent in five crosses (three accurate) and created two chances offensively, but also won the only tackle he attempted to help keep a clean sheet. He also got a yellow card in the win. The Red Bulls will host New York City FC on Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Four crosses in loss Edwards sent in four crosses (one accurate) creating a single chance during Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Montreal.
Impact Edwards sent in four crosses, bolstered by his duty on set-pieces, but failed to get on the scoresheet. Edwards has yet to find himself on the scoresheet for NYRB, but has created chances in three straight matches. Next up for Edwards is a Wednesday clash with Columbus Crew.
AUGUST 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in loss Edwards sent in six crosses (five accurate), creating one chance during Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Chicago.
Impact Edwards was peppering the 18-yard box with crosses all game, but just failed to get on the score sheet. The defender was excellent on both sides of the ball, and looked to be fully recovered from an ankle injury that plagued him at the end of July. Edwards will hope to keep the good form going Saturday, away to Montreal.
AUGUST 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starts vs. New England Edwards is back in the starting XI Saturday, against New England.
Impact Edwards came off with an ankle injury Sunday, but it appears that a full week of training was enough to get him back to starting. Edwards may not be 100% though, New York is absolutely lost for center-backs, and Edwards may be starting below full fitness.
JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off with ankle injury Edwards was forced off in the 82nd minute of Sunday's 1-0 loss against D.C. United with an ankle injury, according to head coach Gerhard Struber. "From the mental side, he's an out...
Impact Edwards is yet another injured center-back for New York and it looks like they may make a move in the transfer window to help that situation. Omir Fernandez came on for Edwards in Sunday's match, but that was more of an offensive move with the team down a goal. At this point, it's unclear who would start at center-back if Edwards can't go Saturday against the Revs.
JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sends in eight crosses in draw Edwards created two chances, sent in eight crosses (two accurate), made four clearances and three interceptions and picked up a yellow card during Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Toro...
Impact Edwards had another nice performance at the heart of the defense, with team highs in both clearances and interceptions, but also impressed with his playmaking skills, which included a season-high eight crosses. The centre back has a rare two-way potential for players his position and will try to remain productive during Sunday's visit to D.C. United.
JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starting vs. Orlando Edwards is in the Starting XI against Orlando on Saturday, following an undisclosed injury.
Impact Edwards suffered a "not so bad" undisclosed injury midweek, and it was a potential set back for his recent run of starts, but it appears to be no big deal. Edwards is straight back in the starting XI, and will look to contain a solid Orlando roster in Orlando.
JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Could feature Saturday Edwards has suffered an undisclosed injury that is "not so bad", according to manager Gerhard Struber via Ben Cork of Once A Metro.
Impact Edwards has started each of the last five matches but an early exit against Atlanta United puts his status in question. Amro Tarek could get a start if Edwards isn't fit for Saturday's trip to Orlando City.
JULY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Productive during first start Edwards provided seven crosses (three accurate), created two scoring chances and made two tackles (won one) during Saturday's 3-1 loss to New England.
Impact Edwards had a share of corner kicks in his first start of the season, which boosted his crossing numbers. This was just his first start of the season and he could be a good addition to fantasy teams if he continues to see work as a set-piece taker. His next chance to start will come Saturday against Orlando.
MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
