Colorado Rapids re-sign Steven Beitashour through 2023 MLS season

The Colorado Rapids have introduced the return of veteran defender Steven Beitashour on a deal by means of the 2023 MLS season.

Beitashour was out there through free company after the Rapids declined the choice on his contract, however he now rejoins the membership on a one-year cope with an choice on 2024.

“Steven’s management as some of the embellished and skilled defenders in our league has been a beneficial asset to our staff on and off the pitch,” Colorado’s government vice chairman and common supervisor Padraig Smith mentioned in a membership press launch.

“We sit up for welcoming him again for an additional yr in Burgundy.”

Beitashour has already loved two seasons with the Rapids following earlier spells in MLS with LAFC, Toronto FC, San Jose Earthquakes, and Vancouver Whitecaps.

Throughout that point, the 35-year-old has made 31 appearances throughout all competitions, offering three assists, and serving to Colorado high the Western Convention in 2021.

At worldwide degree, Beitashour is capped six instances for Iran at senior degree and was a part of their roster for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

Beitashour and his Rapids teammates will look to enhance on a disappointing Tenth-place end within the Western Convention final season, with the purpose for 2023 undoubtedly to return to the MLS Cup Playoffs.

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