PORTLAND, Ore. – Edgar Guerrero is supposed to be in grad school. He is supposed to be working toward his doctorate, following up on the psychology degree that’s already in his pocket. But like so many 23-year-olds, the McMinnville, Oregon-native has suddenly found a new path, one that was a mere hobby while he progressed through college.
Today, all those nights devoted to his PlayStation 4 console are fully paying off, with Guerrero announced on Thursday as the Portland Timbers’ first eMLS signing.
“I’m somewhat surprised I was picked,” Guerrero said, a hint of modesty mixed in with the realization of what Major League Soccer’s first video game venture will be about.