Opinion

Random thoughts on TFC: Insigne's durability a big concern

The Italian DP's injury issues continue to loom large for the Reds. So, what good is having a Ferrari if it too easily runs out of gas?

John Molinaro

Feb 29, 2024 — 6 min read

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC as it prepares for Sunday's road game vs. the New England Revolution.

It was time for Adam Pearlman to move on from TFC 2

Toronto FC added some defensive depth last week when it signed Adam Pearlman, an 18-year-old defender who became the 33rd player in club history to graduate from the youth academy to the senior team.

Pearlman spent the past two seasons with TFC 2 where he made 48 appearances, including 47 starts. In 2023, he led the Young Reds in minutes played in MLS NEXT Pro (2,233), and was signed to a short-term loan by Toronto FC, making his MLS debut as a substitute against St. Louis City SC on July 8.

TFC Tidbits: Richie Laryea gets additional 1-game suspension

Laryea and NYCFC's Strahinja Tanasijević were both hit with supplemental one-game bans and undisclosed fines on Friday.

TFC Talk: Reds set to renew bitter rivalry with CF Montreal

Elias Grigoriadis of CP previews Saturday's game between Toronto FC and CF Montreal, the Mathieu Choinière controversy and more.

TFC Tidbits: 'Proud moment' for Petretta to serve as captain

It’s been a memorable few days for the German defender who scored his first goal for Toronto FC and wore the captain's armband.

Toronto FC vs. Nashville SC: 3 takeaways

For 80 minutes on Wednesday night, a short-handed TFC put in a workmanlike effort. And then things fell apart.