Changes in sight as Timbers start 2019: A new DP, a Chara replacement, more – The Athletic ($)
Timbers preseason is underway, but plenty of changes are still on deck for 2018's MLS Cup runners-up.
Portland Timbers see positives in schedule despite 12 consecutive road games to start season | oregonlive.com
The Portland Timbers will start the season with 12-straight games on the road due to construction at Providence Park, but the club has a reason to be optimistic about its schedule. Historically, MLS teams that have started the season with a long road stretch have gone on to make playoffs.