Toronto FC acquire defender Raheem Edwards

The Canadian international returns to his hometown club after being waived by Red Bull New York.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Toronto FC have acquired defender Raheem Edwards after he was waived by Red Bull New York, the club announced on Tuesday. Edwards, a 30-year-old left back, began his professional career with Toronto FC in 2016-2017 and has since played for seven MLS clubs, recording 8 goals and 26 assists in 201 regular-season appearances.

Why it matters

The addition of Edwards, a GTA native, bolsters Toronto FC's defensive personnel and brings in a player with significant MLS experience as the club looks to return to the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2020.

The details

Toronto FC general manager Jason Hernandez expressed excitement about welcoming Edwards back to the club, stating that as a local player, he will represent the club with the "fire and competitiveness" that the supporters expect. Last season, Edwards made 24 appearances for Red Bull New York, contributing two assists.

  • Toronto FC's 2026 season begins on February 21 at FC Dallas.

The players

Raheem Edwards

A 30-year-old left back who began his professional career with Toronto FC in 2016-2017 and has since played for seven MLS clubs, recording 8 goals and 26 assists in 201 regular-season appearances.

Jason Hernandez

The general manager of Toronto FC.

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What they’re saying

“We are very happy to welcome Raheem back to Toronto. As a GTA native, Raheem will represent our club with the fire and competitiveness that our supporters expect. He will bolster our defensive personnel and push the demands within the group every day.”

— Jason Hernandez, Toronto FC General Manager (mlssoccer.com)

What’s next

Toronto FC's 2026 season begins on February 21 at FC Dallas (8:30 pm ET | Apple TV).

The takeaway

The acquisition of Raheem Edwards, a local player with significant MLS experience, is a strategic move by Toronto FC as they aim to return to the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs and bolster their defensive depth for the upcoming season.