Opinion

Random thoughts on TFC: When will the cavalry arrive?

The lack of off-season signings, especially as it pertains to bolstering the Reds' attack, is more than a little concerning.

John Molinaro

Feb 5, 2026 — 7 min read

Some random thoughts I had on Toronto FC as pre-season training camp rolls along.

A big opportunity this season for Malik Henry

One player to keep close tabs on this upcoming season for Toronto FC will be Malik Henry.

Henry, 23, signed with TFC 2 on March 4, 2025, and debuted for the Young Reds against FC Cincinnati 2 five days later. He recorded a team-leading five assists in 18 appearances (12 starts) last season before graduating to the first team in August when he signed an MLS contract.

TFC Tidbits: Reds to open Voyageurs Cup on May 5

Toronto FC will play in the opening match of the 2026 Canadian Championship when it hosts Atlético Ottawa on May 5 at BMO Field.

AFC Toronto to open 2026 NSL season at BMO Field

AFC Toronto will host Halifax Tides FC at BMO Field on May 3 in the team's home opener of the 2026 NSL season.

TFC Tidbits: Reds' pursuit of Josh Sargent continues

Sargent would fit that bill of the type of DP forward the Reds could use, as he has scored 56 goals for Norwich City in 157 games.

TFC coach Robin Fraser draws inspiration from English clubs

"The team that I like to watch mostly is Manchester City, because I think Pep [Guardiola] is pretty much a genius," Fraser said.