Whitecaps Secure MLS Defender of the Year Blackmon Until 2030
The Vancouver Whitecaps have secured Tristan Blackmon, the reigning MLS Defender of the Year, with a contract extension that lasts until the end of the 2029-2030 season. This announcement, made on Wednesday, ends speculation about the center-back’s future with the team, particularly after Inter Miami showed interest in acquiring him.
Contract Details and Background
Tristan Blackmon, 29, hails from Las Vegas. He has consistently demonstrated his capabilities since joining the Whitecaps. Axel Schuster, the sporting director, praised Blackmon’s development into one of the league’s standout defenders.
- New contract spans until 2030.
- Blackmon is a product of Pacific.
- Third overall pick in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft.
- Previously played for Los Angeles FC for four seasons.
- Joined the Whitecaps in 2022 after being drafted by Charlotte FC.
This season marks Blackmon’s fifth year with the team. He has accumulated 109 appearances in MLS and 143 across all competitions. Since his debut for the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) last year, he has earned two caps.
Recent Performance and Upcoming Matches
In their recent opener against Real Salt Lake, the Whitecaps secured a 1-0 victory. Following this win, they are poised to face Toronto FC in league play this Saturday.
The extension of Blackmon’s contract not only fortifies the Whitecaps’ defense but also signals the club’s commitment to building a competitive team in the coming years.
