A four-year starter and captain at the University of Washington, many advance mock drafts had Dylan Tucker-Gangnes going in the first round. MLSsoccer.com's Jason Saghini went so far as to claim that the defender was "one of the top center backs on the board."
He brings a deft touch on the ball both in distribution and through freekicks plus has a nose for goal--he scored eight goals as a centerback during the 2012 Huskies season. Check out the curling free kick from about 30 yards out:
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Highlights: Dylan Tucker-Gangnes
Timbers vs. Club América | Aug. 9
Timbers take on Liga MX giants Club América at Providence Park
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From special edition patches to to limited edition scarves to theme nights and cultural celebrations, learn more about all the exciting matches coming to Providence Park.
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Matchday | Timbers host Liga MX's Club América in Leagues Cup showdown Sunday
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"You have to keep a level head" | Brandon Bye on facing Club América
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"It's going to be an extremely tough test" | Jack Cassidy talks ahead of América
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"It's a good evening all around" | Jack Cassidy discusses win over Puebla
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HIGHLIGHTS | Portland Timbers vs. Club Puebla | Aug. 6, 2026
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LEAGUES CUP RECAP | Portland Timbers defeat Liga MX side Club Puebla 5-2
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GOAL | Ariel Lassiter earns brace of his own against Puebla
