MLSsoccer.com's Simon Borg takes a look at some of the fun side notes, curious developments, and interesting observations from the busy SuperDraft day in Kansas City.
Among them is a very touching hug between Timbers first round draft choice Andrew Jean-Baptiste and his mother as well as a quick discussion with Timbers general manager Gavin Wilkinson on finding a striker, "“with the ambition that when we bring him in, it’s 12, 14 to 16 goals.”
Other subjects look at why none of the international Combine invitees were drafted, how one draft pick almost tripped going up the stairs to the stage, surprise selections and more.
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MLSsoccer.com's Smorgasborg takes a look at juiciest tidbits from 2012 SuperDraft
Goose Hollow Night | Sept. 5 vs. Minnesota
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Place your Annual Membership deposit by Tuesday, Sept. 8, and receive two Bank of America Signature Club on Tanner Ridge tickets for an upcoming 2026 regular-season home match.
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Plan Ahead | Major I-5 southbound closure near Rose Quarter begins Sept. 11
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"It was two different games in each half" | Jose Caicedo discusses loss to Austin
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"Certainly disappointed" | Martí Cifuentes discusses match with Austin
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HIGHLIGHTS | Portland Timbers vs. Austin FC | Aug. 29, 2026
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RECAP | Timbers lose 2-1 to Austin FC
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PK GOAL | Antony converts against Austin to equalize for Portland
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Timbers sign T2 midfielder Eric Izoita to short-term agreement ahead of tonight's match
