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Former Timbers keeper Jake Gleeson files $10.2 million lawsuit against team doctors

Former keeper and member of the original MLS Timbers, Jake Gleeson has filed a lawsuit seeking $10.2 million against team physicians Dr. Richard Edelson and Dr. Jonathan Greenleaf.

It’s truly a sad ending to a long career in Portland. Jake Gleeson was heavily involved in community engagement programs for the Timbers and was a sound keeper who came up with heroic saves time and time again.

Gleeson’s attorneys, Kafoury & McDougal, released the following statement.

“Jake Gleeson, former goalkeeper for the Portland Timbers, MLS Cup winner, and Olympian, filed suit today against Dr. Richard Edelson, Dr.