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Mathias Laborda - Busy in rare start Laborda recorded one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-1 loss to FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 35th...

Impact Laborda made just his fourth start after sitting on the bench for the previous four matches. The right-back did well to pile on the volume defensively, putting together five tackles and getting forward for his five crosses. Laborda could see an increased role moving forward with Ranko Veselinovic (personal) ruled out against Seattle.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brian White - Four shots in return White generated four shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-1 defeat to FC Dallas.

Impact White returned to the starting XI after a one-match absence and picked up right where he left off, piling on volume with shots. He was held off the scoresheet, but still did well to challenge the Dallas goal and lead the way with four shots. White has already matched his 2022 goal total as he looks for a bounce-back 2023.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Vite - Nets in loss Vite scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-1 loss against FC Dallas.

Impact Vite opened his 2023 account with a goal in his 12th appearance. The winger is off to a very slow start, struggling for volume and end product with just six shots on target in 12 appearances. Still he's been creative with 17 chances created, and could find see an uptick in goal contributions with better finishing alongside him.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Gauld - Earns questionable tag Gauld (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with Seattle, according to the Vancouver injury report.

Impact Gauld earned a questionable tag after missing a mid-week clash with Dallas due to hamstring tightness. The striker will face late fitness tests to determine if he's able to return to the starting XI for Saturday's clash. When fit Gauld is a near-guarantee to lead the attack though if he isn't fully fit it would likely be Brian White taking the main role.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tristan Blackmon - Questionable against Seattle Blackmon (knee) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Seattle, according to the Vancouver injury report.

Impact Blackmon missed a mid-week clash with Dallas and was added to the injury report Friday. The defender will be a game-time call, likely based on some late fitness tests with pain management. If Blackmon is unable to play Saturday it would likely force a chance in formation with Ranko Veselinovic (personal) out.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ranko Veselinovic - Will miss Seattle match Veselinovic is away from the Whitecaps for personal reasons and will rejoin the team next week, the Daily Hive Vancouver reported Friday.

Impact Veselinovic has started all 12 of Vancouver's league matches this season, recording an assist and keeping four clean sheets from central defense, but he will not be available for Saturday's clash against the Sounders due to personal reasons. Tristan Blackmon (undisclosed) could return to the XI in his place if he's fit enough.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whitecaps vs. Sounders: Fredy the frenemy, terrorized children and fun facts about a historic Cascadia Cup clash The rivalry stretches all the way down the I-5.

MAY 18, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Tristan Blackmon - Misses Dallas match Blackmon (undisclosed) was not involved in Wednesday's defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Blackmon was replaced by Mathias Laborde in the back line against Dallas, with Javain Brown sliding over to partner Ranko Veselinovic in central defense. There's no indication that Blackmon is injured at the moment, though there could be more clarity with the next availability report before Saturday's clash with the Sounders.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Gauld - Misses out Wednesday Gauld (undisclosed) was not involved in the midweek defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Gauld was replaced by Brian White in the attacking line, with Pedro Vite and Sergio Cordova taking the wings against Dallas. The quartet has seen regular rotation this season, and Gauld could return to the XI as soon as Saturday assuming he isn't injured.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ferreira sparks Dallas to 2-1 victory over Whitecaps

Jesús Ferreira scored a goal in each half to lead FC Dallas to a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps

MAY 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jesus Ferreira's brace lifts FC Dallas to home win over Whitecaps Jesus Ferreira scored a brace, including the game-winning goal in the 54th minute, as FC Dallas came from behind to beat visiting Vancouver...

MAY 18, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Brian White - Starting as expected White is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against FC Dallas.

Impact White is back in the lineup after missing last match with a quadriceps injury. He has been in great form of late, recording four goals in the last five games.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas out to keep 'building' vs. Whitecaps FC Dallas will look to continue its success of stingy play at home when it hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps on Wednesday in a Western Conferenc...

MAY 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Whitecaps salaries 2023: Gauld tops the list, Ahmed and Becher the value winners The Whitecaps have two players over the $1-million mark: Ryan Gauld ($2.5 million) and Sergio Córdova ($1.05 million).

MAY 16, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Sergio Cordova - Starts against Portland Cordova (hamstring) created a chance before getting hooked at halftime of Saturday's 3-1 defeat against the Timbers.

Impact Cordova made his first appearance since suffering a hamstring injury in mid-March on Saturday, and he lasted 45 minutes up front before subbing out for Simon Becher.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brian White - Set to start Wednesday White (quadriceps) will make the trip to FC Dallas on Wednesday, "Mr. New Jersey will be our number nine in Dallas. He will score and he will make us win. He's healthy, he can play...

Impact White is back and healthy as he is expected to get the start at forward Wednesday. He's scored four goals in the last five matches prior to his injury. The striker is also averaging about 3.3 shots per contest with 33 (15 on target) in 10 appearances.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yohei Takaoka - Four saves in loss Takaoka recorded four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-1 defeat versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Takaoka four-match clean sheet streak has quickly become a thing of the past. The goalkeeper has now conceded five in his last two matches with the defense in front of him doing little to help keep him competitive in matches. Takaoka will hope to bounce back and build on his four clean sheets in 11 starts.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Raposo - Four crosses off bench Raposo generated four crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 loss against Portland Timbers.

Impact Raposo came off the bench for just seven minutes Saturday and whipped in four crosses. The volume is excellent but the playing time has disappeared for Raposo who hasn't started in six matches and has gone unused three times in that span. Raposo remains a heavily limited option until he finds more consistent starting time once more.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Martins - Creates chance in loss Luis Martins registered one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Portland Timbers.

Impact Martins created his third chance in his last three matches but failed to get on the scoresheet yet again. Martins is up to six chances created on 33 crosses and 13 corners, with only a secondary assist to show for it. The full-back has yet to earn a goal or primary assist since transferring to Vancouver.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Portland 3, Vancouver 1: Timbers break Whitecaps unbeaten streak The loss snapped Vancouver’s eight-game unbeaten streak. The Whitecaps had three wins and five draws entering the match.

MAY 14, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Portland Timbers vs. Vancouver Whitecaps score updates, live stream, how to watch The Timbers find themselves in a crucial spot to turn around their season with a home match against the Whitecaps.

MAY 13, 2023 • OREGONLIVE.COM

MLS Footnotes: LA-San Jose 'California Clásico' headlines rivalry week

Coming off of an impressive win over the Sounders in the U.S. Open Cup, the Galaxy will face off against a hot Earthquakes squad in league p...

MAY 13, 2023

Brian White - Listed as questionable White (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Saturday's match versus the Portland Timbers, according to the Vancouver Whitecaps' injury report.

Impact White picked up a left quadriceps injury and is in doubt for Saturday. He's been on a scoring tear of late, totaling four goals in the last five matches. If he is not fit to play, then Simon Becher would be the next player up to start in his place.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit the Portland Timbers

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with the Portland Timbers after scoring two goals against Minnesota United

MAY 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS