Toronto FC, which tied a franchise record in conceding 66 goals last season, moved to bolster its defence Monday by signing free agent Matt Hedges to a two-year contract.
The 32-year-old has spent his entire 11-season career with FC Dallas and is the franchise leader in games, starts and minutes played. The six-foot-four centre back made 349 appearances in all competitions for Dallas, which in 2014 made him became the youngest captain in franchise history.“Bringing a dominant centre back was one of our priorities during this off-season, and we are happy to have Matt joining our club,” Toronto president Bill Manning said in a statement.
His acquisition had been rumoured for some time given Hedges and his wife were seen at a recent Maple Leafs game. Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment also owns Toronto FC. “Matt is a player with great character who brings valuable MLS experience to our group,” said Bob Bradley, Toronto's head coach and sporting director. “He is eager for a new challenge and wants to be a part of what we are building here. We are happy to bring Matt to Toronto FC.”
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