Henry Kessler
CHL
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jun 25, 1998 (28)
6'4"
185 lb
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Grades
Key Grades
2026 Major League Soccer
Overall Grades by game
2026 Major League Soccer
Upcoming matches
Toronto Stadium • MLS Pass on Apple TV
Bank of America Stadium • MLS Pass on Apple TV
Atlanta Stadium
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On bench Saturday
Kessler (lower body) is among the substitutes for the weekend's duel versus Toronto.
Analysis: Kessler has yet to make his 2026 MLS season debut, but he previously scored one goal in a US Open Cup appearance. If he manages to stay fit, the center-back will eventually challenge Andrew Privett, Morrison Agyemang and Tim Ream in the defensive rotation and could produce through passes and clearances if given the opportunity.
Should train this week
Kessler (lower body) is expected to rejoin training Thursday, according to manager Dean Smith, per Will Palaszczuk.
Analysis: Kessler is still working for a return and is drawing closer to one, as he is set to rejoin training in the coming days. However, this will likely still mean he misses the rest of the week. He will then aim for a return in the match ahead of the World Cup break, a good sign for the club.
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