Jackson Ragen
SEA
Center Back
Back Line Anchor
Sep 24, 1998 (28)
6'6"
205 lb
Returns as starter after illness
Ragen (illness) has been included in the starting lineup for Saturday's visit to San Diego.
Analysis: Ragen makes an immediate return to his regular center-back role, featuring alongside Alexander Roldan while Yeimar Gomez sits out through a hamstring issue. The experienced defender should be fit enough for a 90-minute outing, in which case he may be relied on for his averages of 5.9 clearances, 4.7 balls recovered and 1.1 tackles per game, as well as decent clean sheet chances as part of the league's fourth-best defense.
Likely available after illness
Ragen (illness) has been a full participant in training and appears to be over the flu, though coach Brian Schmetzer said he is still working to fully recover, according to Niko Moreno.
Analysis: Ragen missed Saturday's 1-1 draw with Montreal because of the flu, and Ryan Sailor made a rare start in his place. The centre back has since been a full participant in training, though Schmetzer said he lost some weight and remains somewhat weakened. He is likely to be available for the weekend, which would restore a regular starter to the heart of the defence.
On bench for Rapids match
Ragen (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to Colorado Rapids.
Analysis: Ragen's inclusion in the match squad is a big development for both him and the team, but he's unlikely to make a considerable impact in a backup role. Having missed four weeks of activity due to his injury, the center-back could aim to regain a priority spot in subsequent fixtures, potentially pushing Alexander Roldan to a wide or midfield spot, or ousting Stuart Hawkins directly from the initial lineup.
Set to miss three weeks
Ragen is out for the next three weeks due to his knee injury, according to manager Brian Schmetzer, per Niko Moreno of Pulso Sports.
Analysis: Ragen suffered an injury around 10 days ago, and the full extent of the issue is now known, as the defender is looking at around three weeks out. This will leave the defender with a return around the middle of September, that is, if no setbacks take place. Stuart Hawkins and Kim Kee-Hee should remain starting center-backs while Ragen is out.
Sidelined through knee issue
Ragen will miss time after being diagnosed with a knee injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Ragen's forced substitution in the previous game versus Austin led to a considerable injury, although its exact severity is unclear. As one of Seattle's starting center-backs, his absence adds to the troubles of a side that is already without Yeimar Gomez (calf), limiting the viable options to Kim Kee-Hee, Stuart Hawkins and Antino Lopez.
Forced off Wednesday
Ragen exited Wednesday's match versus Austin with an apparent muscle injury.
Analysis: Ragen was unable to continue after 69 minutes of action against Austin. The central man had just recently bounced back from a two-game ban and had been selected as part of a center-back partnership with Kim Kee-Hee. However, if the issue forces him to miss time, the Sounders will need to resort to another option such as Stuart Hawkins or Antino Lopez.
Clears suspension
Raegan has served his two match suspension and will return for the clash with Vancouver on Aug 16.
Analysis: Raegan received an additional match suspension after his red card against Austin FC on July 22. He's featured twice since the World Cup break, starting 13 of his 14 league appearances and stacking up 87 clearances with 12 blocks.
Still suspended
Ragen is facing an extended ban and will miss the weekend's meeting with Portland Timbers, per the MLS availability report.
Analysis: Ragen remains ineligible due to the red card he received against Austin, worsening the defensive situation for a side that is without Yeimar Gomez (calf) and possibly Kim Kee-Hee (hamstring). If none of the three recognized center-backs can feature, Seattle will be expected to use Stuart Hawkins and Antino Lopez in the middle of the defense once again.
Set to return vs Portland
Ragen has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with Portland on Saturday.
Analysis: Ragen served his first suspension of the season after being sent off against Portland, ending a run of seven consecutive starts. During that stretch, he contributed 32 clearances, nine tackles, and seven blocks, solidifying his importance to Seattle's back line.
Sent off Wednesday
Ragen was shown a red card during Wednesday's loss to Austin FC.
Analysis: Ragen had to leave the field after receiving a second yellow card due to a stoppage-time foul during the defeat. The defender will consequently miss the next MLS matchup versus Philadelphia Union through suspension and will be eligible again to face Portland on Aug. 1. This situation may give Antino Lopez a chance to return to the starting lineup alongside Stuart Hawkins.
Four clearances made
Ragen recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sporting Kansas City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 31st minute.
Analysis: Ragen logged in four clearances along with a tackle during the draw to Seattle. He's produced 39 clearances in the las five matches played, making four blocks in that span while also keeping two clean sheets in that span.
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