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Conner confident after first MLS start in new role

When the Chicago Fire wrapped up their three-match road trip last weekend, one player returned home with a career milestone in tow.

Chicago Fire Academy product and Homegrown player Drew Conner made his first-ever MLS start in Saturday’s 2-2 draw against the LA Galaxy, and demonstrated his versatility in the process.

“I was excited,” he said. “I had an idea it was coming just because of where I was playing in training and whatnot, but yeah just excited and focused. I got an idea two days before the game.