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Paul Rothrock Re-Signs with Sounders Through 2029

12/30/2025

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Paul Rothrock, Seattle Sounders FC midfielder, re-signed through the 2028-2029 season with an option for 2029-2030.
Rothrock chose to stay with his hometown club despite interest from other MLS teams.
He had a standout 2025 season with five goals and nine assists in 47 matches, including a crucial goal in the Leagues Cup final against Inter Miami.
Craig Waibel, Sounders FC General Manager, praised Rothrock's reliability and professionalism.

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Paul Rothrock, Seattle Sounders FC midfielder, re-signed through the 2028-2029 season with an option for 2029-2030.
Rothrock chose to stay with his hometown club despite interest from other MLS teams.
He had a standout 2025 season with five goals and nine assists in 47 matches, including a crucial goal in the Leagues Cup final against Inter Miami.
Craig Waibel, Sounders FC General Manager, praised Rothrock's reliability and professionalism.