ZAC MCGRAW NEWS

Portland Timbers host San Diego FC in Western Conference finals

The Portland Timbers host San Diego FC in the Western Conference finals

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Real Salt Lake visits the Portland Timbers in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Real Salt Lake visits the Portland Timbers in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 21 • Associated Press

Dreyer leads San Diego FC against the Portland Timbers

Anders Dreyer leads San Diego FC into a matchup with the Portland Timbers after scoring two goals against the Houston Dynamo

OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

On bench to face Minnesota McGraw (back) is on the bench for Saturday's encounter with Minnesota United.

Impact McGraw will aim to make his first MLS appearance in four months after completing his recovery from a significant injury. He was used as a central defender at the beginning of the season, so he may challenge Finn Surman and Dario Zuparic for playing time.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers take on the San Jose Earthquakes in Western Conference action

The Portland Timbers host the San Jose Earthquakes in conference action

JUNE 12 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers

The Colorado Rapids come into a matchup against the Portland Timbers after recording two straight shutout wins

MAY 27 • Associated Press

Added to injury report McGraw (back) is out for Saturday's clash with SKC, per the MLS injury report.

Impact McGraw was added to the injury report with a back injury and will miss Saturday's clash. The defender hasn't been a big part of the starting XI and will remain a bench option moving forward when fit. His first chance to return is a Wednesday trip to Salt Lake City.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes penalty in 2-0 defeat McGraw registered three clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Nashville SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 5th minute.

Impact McGraw fouled Sam Surridge in the fifth minute of the game to give Nashville an early penalty and earned an early yellow card. He was subbed for the first time this season, coming at halftime. James Pantemis saved the penalty and kept the score at 0-0. The defender did make three clearances during the game.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Signs contract extension until 2026 McGraw has signed a contract extension with Portland Timbers until 2026 with a club option year in 2027, the club announced. "Zac has continued to play an important role within the...

Impact McGraw has made 74 appearances (50 starts) for the Timbers, scoring two goals and an assist in regular season play. He netted a brace against Club Leon in a 2-1 Leagues Cup win on July 28, 2024. Internationally, he has four caps for Canada and played 90 minutes in a 2-2 draw against the United States in the 2023 Gold Cup quarterfinals.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Minutes in friendly McGraw played the second half of Saturday's friendly with Orange County SC.

Impact McGraw was shut down due non-injury related reasons to end 2024, and is now back in the team. The defender should be among those competing for a starting role to kick off the 2025 MLS regular season.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out for finale McGraw (not injury related) is out for Saturday's trip to Seattle.

Impact McGraw isn't an option for Saturday's clash, but not due to injury. It's not clear what the issue is, but that will spell the end of his regular season. McGraw finished the regular season with just 13 appearances (10 starts) in what has been by far the most disappointing season of his Timbers tenure.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday McGraw (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's game versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact McGraw could bounce back as a substitute after being excluded from the last two league games. The center-back was a regular starter in June but has barely been involved since then. He'll aim to replace either Miguel Araujo or Dario Zuparic at some point.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Derby McGraw (leg) is questionable for Saturday's match against Seattle.

Impact McGraw will be a late call Saturday, with the defender likely to receive a late fitness test to decide his availability following a leg injury. He hasn't started in five games, so this wouldn't be a major loss. However, they will still hope he is available, as he is a decent option if depth is needed off the bench.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench versus Nashville McGraw (eye) is on the bench for Sunday's game against Nashville.

Impact McGraw will challenge Miguel Araujo and Dario Zuparic at center-back, at least until Kamal Miller returns from international duty. The fit-again player has been in and out of the starting lineup this season, but his 6.1 clearances per game represent the highest average in the competition.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injures eye McGraw suffered an eye injury during Saturday's 3-2 win against Minnesota United, per his social media.

Impact McGraw was forced to come off at half time after his eye begun to swell up during the win against Minnesota. With a midday match on Thursday, it will leave the defender questionable, depending on how quickly his eye heals. If Miguel Araujo is fit to play, he will see the start in the backline, with Kamal Miller still serving time with the Canadian national team.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs double-digit clearances in draw McGraw made 11 clearances, one interception and four blocks while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's scoreless draw against St. Louis.

Impact McGraw made his first start in more than a month and was simply spectacular at the heart of the defense, racking up double digits in clearances while also matching his season high in blocks. With both Kamal Miller and Miguel Araujo out with their national teams during the next weeks, the center-back will have more opportunities to prove he can be a full-time starter.

JUNE 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench McGraw (head) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Columbus.

Impact McGraw has carried a questionable tag in recent weeks and is now available off the bench once more. Miguel Araujo continues in the starting XI despite McGraw getting back on the bench against Columbus.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not training with team McGraw (head) is only limited to team workouts Tuesday ahead of Saturday's match against LAFC, per Jeremy Peterman of the Cascadia FC.

Impact McGraw had to sit out against Kansas City with a head injury. He's started all five matches played at center back, recording 30 clearances and eight tackles (six won). Both Kamal Miller and Miguel Araujo will likely get the start in the back, while McGraw continues his recovery.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report McGraw is in question for Saturday's match against Houston due to a knee issue, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact McGraw looks to be the newest addition to the Timber's injury report, as he is now in question due to an apparent knee injury. This could be a tough loss for the club, as he has started all three matches thus far at center-back. The club will hope for him to be fit and make the starting XI, but if he cannot, expect Miguel Araujo or Larrys Mabiala to get the start in his place.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes top job McGraw scored once and assisted once while making 28 appearances (27 starts) in 2023.

Impact McGraw finally made the step forward and took over the top job in the defense in 2023. The defender is truly stepping into his own and seems to be the top option moving into 2024 barring significant new acquisitions. McGraw's most impressive stat was 154 clearances, more than five per match.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report McGraw (knee) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's match against Houston.

Impact McGraw was expected to resume training last week, and his absence from the injury report ahead of the regular-season finale is another step in the right direction toward his return. McGraw has been a regular for the Timbers this season, starting in all but one of his 27 league appearances, and his return would represent a massive boost for the Timbers' defensive line.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train this week McGraw (knee) is expected back return to team training this week and is aiming for a return for the final match of the season on Oct 21 against Houston, according to interim coach...

Impact McGraw is expected to return to training while aiming to make one more appearance before the end of the season. Prior to his injury, the defender had started the last seven matches, totaling an assist with 30 clearances in that span.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury McGraw has picked up a right knee contusion and will not be an option for Saturday's match against Montreal, per Ryan Clarke of the Oregonian.

Impact McGraw will sit out Saturday with a knee injury. He's started the last seven league games in a row, completing an assist with nine tackles (six won) in that span. Larrys Mabiala could get the start alongside Dario Zuparic at center back against Montreal.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist in draw McGraw assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact McGraw was credited with an assist in the first goal, as his flick inside the box allowed Dairon Asprilla to find the back of the net with a header. That said, McGraw should earn most of his value going forward via defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns as expected McGraw (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Vancouver.

Impact McGraw cleared the injury report earlier in the week and is now an option on the bench. The defender wasn't deemed fit enough to start, meaning Miguel Araujo takes over in central defense. Still McGraw could return to the starting XI as soon as a Wednesday clash with Salt Lake.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE