Wednesday, August 25

Timbers to announce signing Kevin Goldthwaite within the hour

The Timbers will be announcing the signing of defender Kevin Goldthwaite within the hour. The 27 year old defender was waived by the New York Red bulls in June.  Goldthwaite has been on an MLS roster for six seasons, and has played in 92 MLS matches with the Red Bulls, Dynamo and Earthquakes.

Update: It's official.  Here is the press release.

This is Goldthwaite's second time as a member of the Timbers:

While on loan with the Timbers in 2005, Goldthwaite logged 892 minutes in 10 matches, helping the Timbers to a USL First Division playoff appearance. 

Interestingly enough, he also appeared in a US Open Cup match against the Timbers in 2005 as a member of the Earthquakes.  The Timbers were 4-4-2 (W-T-L) with Goldthwaite on the team and 10-9-9 overall that season.
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1 comment:

  1. Kevin FongAugust 25, 2010 at 5:13 PM

    An interesting signing by the team. Perhaps Goldthwaite returns! But I sorta feel like he's more of an insurance policy. Ross Smith, Joy, Quavas - they've all dealt with some nagging injuries, so Goldthwaite brings quality talent and more MLS experience to our roster. It sounds as though NY cut him loose in an attempt to shed some salary, so he should have an opportunity to play in the MLS again in the future. Our defense just keeps getting stronger. Solid pick up.

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