Alex Bonetig
POT
Center Back
Ball-Playing Center Back
Aug 20, 2002 (24)
Left
6'2"
Out after shoulder surgery
Bonetig underwent successful shoulder stabilization surgery and is expected to be sidelined for a spell, his club announced Wednesday.
Analysis: Bonetig's season could be over due to this issue, although the club didn't reveal an official timeline for his recovery. He was part of the center-back rotation at the beginning of the year but had been inactive since May due to a combination of coach's decisions and a previous upper body injury. During his short period as a starter, he scored a goal while tallying 33 clearances and 10 interceptions across eight MLS appearances. Both Kamal Miller and Joel Waterman will see increased action while Bonetig and Finn Surman (knee) are unavailable.
Bench option against Austin
Bonetig (upper body) is on the bench for Saturday's matchup versus Austin.
Analysis: Bonetig could be involved in MLS action for the first time in almost four months after missing the last few games due to the injury. However, he's not guaranteed to play a major role as he'll wait for an opportunity on the bench. Meanwhile, Finn Surman and Kamal Miller are set to remain active in the center-back slots.
Dealing with upper body injury
Bonetig has been listed as out for upcoming MLS action because of an upper body concern.
Analysis: Bonetig has been largely inactive lately, except for a lone performance in the recent Leagues Cup games, so this issue mainly impacts the squad's depth behind current starters Finn Surman and Kamal Miller. The upper body designation offers no clarity on the specific structure affected or a recovery timeline.
Nets first MLS goal
Bonetig scored a goal with his lone shot while blocking two shots, making four interceptions and five clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over San Diego.
Analysis: Bonetig found the back of the net in the 96th minute claiming all three points for Portland while leading his side in blocks. It was the first career MLS goal for Bonetig as he's combined for six interceptions, four blocks and 13 clearances over his last three starts.
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