Opinion

Random thoughts on TFC: Reds take bit of a gamble on Etienne Jr.

Can the Haitian winger get his club career back on track with Toronto FC after a less than impressive spell in Atlanta?

John Molinaro

Apr 26, 2024 — 7 min read

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC as it prepares for Saturday's road contest against Orlando City.

Derrick Etienne Jr gets new chance with Toronto FC

Toronto FC pulled off a trade prior to Tuesday's deadline when it acquired winger Derrick Etienne Jr. from Atlanta United FC in exchange for $200,000 in 2025 General Allocation Money (GAM). As part of the deal, Atlanta could receive an additional $175,000 in GAM if certain performance-based metrics are met.

Etienne Jr., is a veteran of eight MLS seasons with the New York Red Bulls, FC Cincinnati (on loan), Columbus Crew and Atlanta. He also has a track record of success having won the Supporters’ Shield with New York in 2018, and an MLS Cup (2020) and Campeones Cup (2021) with Columbus.

State of the union: TFC rightly stays humble during winning run

A four-game winning streak shouldn't disguise the fact that Toronto FC remains a work in progress.

TFC Tidbits: Raoul Petretta's ankle injury not too serious

Toronto FC coach John Herdman confirmed on Monday that fullback Raoul Petretta's ankle injury isn't as bad as he originally thought.

TFC Republic Weekly: May 6-12

After a bit of a rough patch, Toronto FC is getting into a rhythm thanks to a four-game winning streak in all competitions.

TFC 2 report: Another shootout loss for the Young Reds

A second home shootout loss of the MLS NEXT Pro season left TFC 2 coach Gianni Cimini somewhat frustrated.