Reed Baker-Whiting
NSH
LB (RB)
Overlapping Full Back
Mar 31, 2005 (21)
Right
5'11"
154 lb
Nashville SCAssists in win
Baker-Whiting created one chance and assisted in Saturday's 4-0 win over FC Cincinnati. He also won two tackles en route to helping clinch a clean sheet.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting has come alive on the attacking end of late, registering a goal and three assists across his last three starts. He continues to make a case as to be a permanent starter, and should resume his role along the back line in Saturday's road tilt with NYCFC.
Scores late header Saturday
Baker-Whiting scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Columbus Crew.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting scored his first goal of the season Satruday, a header assisted by Hany Mukhtar in the 93rd minute which tied the match at 2-2 and sparked the late comeback win. It was the only shot he took in the match, but it was all he needed to make a massive impact on the match. He also recorded one accurate cross in his 28 minutes off the bench.
Assists twice in big win
Baker-Whiting took one shot on goal, sent in two crosses, and assisted twice in Saturday's 4-1 win over Inter Miami.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting logged his first and second assist of 2026, making the most of just his fifth start of the MLS season. He continues to make a case for more starts and more playing time over the second half of the season. Up next is a road battle with the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday.
Makes return
Baker-Whiting recorded one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus D.C. United.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting made his return on Saturday, stepping into the final minutes of the draw against D.C. United. Injuries and poor form have continued to interrupt his first season with his new club, leaving him with just 11 appearances in 2026. He's only started four of the, while making 18 clearances and six tackles.
Available to play Saturday
Baker-Whiting (lower body) is available to play Saturday against D.C United, manager BJ Callaghan told Ben Wright of SixOneFive Soccer.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting played for Huntsville City in the MLS Next Pro earlier this month, and the wing-back will be an option for Nashville going forward. He's made 10 appearances (four starts) this season.
Sees minutes in MLS Next Pro game
Baker-Whiting (lower body) started for Huntsville City in Sunday's clash against Orlando City B, per Ben Wright of SixOneFive Soccer.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting is finally nearing a full recovery, and his presence in the lower competition is a positive sign that puts him a few steps away from rejoining first-team action. His last MLS appearance came in late May, when he had gained some momentum as a full-back, playing on both sides and contributing various defensive stats. Hs eventual return for Nashville will threaten Andy Najar's and Josh Bauer's playing time.
Late call for Friday
Baker-Whiting is questionable for Friday's match against Atlanta due to a lower-body injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Baker-Whiting is a new addition to Nashville's report this matchday with a lower-body concern, emerging as the league resumes post-break. He's been a dynamic wide defender for Nashville and started in their past three games, so his questionable status is worth monitoring closely before Friday. If he were to miss out, with Josh Bauer as a possible replacement, as Andy Najar (lower-body) is also questionable.
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