Kevin Kelsy
POT
CF
Poacher
Jul 27, 2004 (22)
Left
6'4"
187 lb
Portland TimbersTwo shots, no goal
Kelsy registered two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Chicago Fire.
Analysis: Kelsy was on the field for the full 90 but had an underwhelming match, as the forward would only record two shots, with neither on net. This is despite a goal in his past two outings, with three during that span. He does have nine goals and two assists this season, looking to hit double-digit goals.
Scores in return
Kelsy scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.
Analysis: Kelsy returned from injury on Saturday and immediately made an impact, scoring one of Portland's two goals in the win over Seattle. He's been in strong form recently, producing six goals and an assist across his last six appearances, bringing his season totals to nine goals and two assists in 17 MLS matches.
Back for Sounders clash
Kelsy (foot) is an option for the week 19 match against Seattle Sounders after recovering from injury, Adam Susman of The Timber Review reports.
Analysis: Kelsy is Portland's leading scorer with eight goals and has also contributed a couple of assists across 16 MLS matches in 2026. Those numbers make him a big threat in his comeback from a short injury absence, although it remains to be seen how many minutes he's ready for. Following Felipe Mora's departure for Atletico San Luis, Kelsy could be the team's undisputed option to lead the front line in future contests.
Fully training
Kelsy (knee) trained fully ahead of Saturday's match against Seattle, according to Adam Susman of The Timber Review.
Analysis: Kelsy was out last week after he was sat due to a knee injury. However, the forward is now back in training and is a full participant, likely leading to his return come Saturday. With eight goals and two assists in 16 appearances (11 starts), he is clearly a large part of the team when fit, so expect him to return to a starting position if healthy.
Not playing Saturday
Kelsy (knee) won't be available for Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake, according to interim manager Jack Cassidy.
Analysis: Kelsy exited the midweek draw against FC Dallas due to the injury, and while the severity of the injury hasn't been revealed yet, he won't be an option this weekend. Felipe Mora will get the start in his place.
Forced off after goal
Kelsy scored once and was forced off with a knee issue in the 81st minute of Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Dallas, according to Adam Susman of The Timber Review.
Analysis: Kelsy was seen with an ice wrap on his knee after the match, a detail worth monitoring with Portland playing again in three days. If he is unable to go, Felipe Mora would likely see increased playing time up top in his absence, and further clarity on the severity of the issue should emerge as the club approaches its next fixture.
Bags brace Thursday
Kelsy scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Thursday's 5-1 victory versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Kelsy made quite the impact in his team's return to MLS play, scoring a brace in the dominant win over Seattle. He opened up the scoring in the 19th minute, then took the 4-0 lead in the second half. He now has seven goals through 15 appearances this season, already matching his total from last season.
Attempts four shots
Kelsy registered four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: For 2026, four is Kelsy's second-highest number of shots attempted. With his 24 (11 on goal) before the World Cup respite, he has scored five across 14 appearances and nine starts.
Back to back on scoresheet
Kelsy scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus CF Montreal.
Analysis: Kelsy backed up his brace from his last outing with another goal, taking his tally to five for the season with all of them coming in the last six games alone. The forward is already within two goals of matching his best scoring campaign and will be eager to keep that momentum going in the weeks ahead.
Contributes to three goals
Kelsy scored two goals and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Saturday's 6-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Kelsy doubled the lead in the 15th minute and then set up Cole Bassett in the 22nd minute. Kelsy scored again in the 74th minute for his team's sixth goal and also made two clearances. He has now accumulated five goal contributions in the last five games, bringing his total to six goal contributions for the campaign.
Opens the scoring Saturday
Kelsy scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and making four tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 2-1 win over San Diego.
Analysis: Kelsy opened the scoring after 26 minutes while leading Portland in shots and tackles during the victory. The forward has two goals to go along with three shots over his last three appearances with Saturday's start being his first since April 5th.
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