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New York, Portland open the season with new bosses

The first league match at Jeld-Wen Field in 2013 will mark the MLS coaching debuts of two men.The Portland Timbers and New York Red Bulls made hosts of changes over the offseason, most-notably at the head-coaching position. Mike Petke replaced the reasonably successful Hans Backe, whose contract was not renewed despite leading the Red Bulls to three straight playoff appearances, while Caleb Porter assumed control of the Timbers coaching duties following John Spencer's dismissal mid-season in 2012 and Gavin Wilkinson's stint as interim boss.While the two coaches boast some similarities, it is their differences that make it so intriguing as to which one will enjoy the better outcome when the two clubs begin their respective seasons in the Rose City on Sunday.Petke and Porter both have managed to gain valuable experience, albeit in two entirely different forms, that should serve them well in their coaching endeavors.The 37-year-old Petke enjoyed a 13-year playing career in MLS, seven of w...

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    The Portland Timbers announced late Monday that the club has acquired midfielder Will Johnson from Real Salt Lake in exchange for allocation money.The 25-year-old jo...

  2. Portland sends Kimura to RBNY

    Red Bull New York has acquired defender Kosuke Kimura and a second-round pick in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft from the Portland Timbers in exchange for allocation money a...

  3. Timbers acquire Harrington from SKC

    The Portland Timbers continued to make moves on Monday, announcing that the club has acquired defender Michael Harrington from Sporting Kansas City in exchange for a...

  4. Vancouver can clinch playoff berth against Portland

    Vancouver Whitecaps FC has built its playoff credentials at home, and can end all suspense about its first-ever postseason appearance with a win at BC Place on Sunda...

  5. RBNY goes for second straight win vs. Portland

    Red Bull New York will be looking to secure a second straight win on Sunday when it welcomes the lowly Portland Timbers to Red Bull Arena.New York claimed a vital 2-...

  6. Portland, Colorado set for rematch at DSG Park

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  7. 'Caps, Timbers square off in Cascadia Cup tilt

    As if the Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps FC needed any extra motivation in a Cascadia Cup clash, the two sides will look to stop their downward trends when...

  8. Bottom-feeders TFC, Portland meet at BMO Field

    Major League Soccer's cellar-dwellers are set to meet on Wednesday as Toronto FC welcomes the Portland Timbers to BMO Field.Both sides have endured long stretches of...

  9. Timbers acquire New Zealand defender Hogg

    The Portland Timbers acquired New Zealand defender Ian Hogg on Thursday.Hogg, 22, played for New Zealand at the 2012 Olympics and has also played four times for the ...

  10. Ricketts heads to Portland in exchange for Perkins

    The Portland Timbers and Montreal Impact swapped goalkeepers Tuesday as the Timbers acquired Donovan Ricketts in exchange for Troy Perkins.In 94 Major League Soccer ...

  11. Portland tries to end slide against FCD

    The Portland Timbers will be out for revenge against FC Dallas on Saturday at Jeld-Wen Field as the club tries to erase a 5-0 defeat suffered at the hands of the Hoo...

  12. Califf helps Chivas pile more misery on Portland

    Gavin Wilkinson's woes as interim head coach of the Portland Timbers continued on Saturday as the club suffered its fifth straight league defeat with a 1-0 loss to C...

  1. Timbers waive Songo'o, Taylor

    The Portland Timbers announced late Wednesday that the club has waived midfielder Franck Songo'o as well as defender Chris Taylor."We would like to thank Franck for ...

  2. Portland sends Mwanga to Colorado for first-round pick

    The Portland Timbers announced Thursday that the club has sent striker Danny Mwanga to the Colorado Rapids in exchange for a first-round pick in the 2015 MLS SuperDr...

  3. '13 Season Preview: Portland takes a gamble on Porter

    It is the dawn of a new era in the Rose City.The Portland Timbers made a promising start to life in Major League Soccer in 2011. The expansion club was one spot off ...

  4. Timbers, Boyd agree to part ways

    Portland Timbers striker Kris Boyd had his contract terminated by mutual agreement, the club announced on Friday evening."We would like to thank Kris for his service...

  5. Valeri loaned to Portland as DP

    The Portland Timbers revealed Thursday that the club has secured a loan deal for Argentine midfielder Diego Valeri as a Designated Player.Valeri joins the Timbers fr...

  6. Portland lands Fehr through weighted lottery

    The Portland Timbers announced that the club has acquired U.S. youth international Mobi Fehr through a weighted lottery held at MLS headquarters on Tuesday.Portland ...

  7. Portland retains 11 players from 2012 squad

    The Portland Timbers announced late Thursday that the club has re-signed three players while exercising contract options on eight players from its 2012 roster.Portla...

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