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
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17:33"Getting the team together from a cultural point of view, making sure we build bonds" | Neville talks about his aims for preseason
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"I do think we've got good options" | Grabavoy talks about strengthening the team
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"It's a super exciting year" | Finn Surman on preparing for MLS season, World Cup
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"I was excited about the project" | Bye talks about signing with Portland
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"I will do the best I have" | Velde talks about starting preseason
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PHOTOS | Timbers open 2026 preseason
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Timbers kick off 2026 preseason Jan. 12, presented by Old Trapper Beef Jerky
