July 27, 2024; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis City SC defender Tim Parker (26) passes the ball during the second half against FC Dallas at City Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Puetz-USA TODAY Sports The New England Revolution acquired Tim Parker and cash from St. Louis City on Saturday in exchange for fellow guard Henry Kessler.
The Revolution gave Parker, 31, a general grant of $600,000 through 2025.
Parker made 21 appearances (20 starts) for St. Louis City in 2024, his 10th MLS season. The veteran has played 267 games (256 starts) for four teams in his career, scoring 6 goals and 4 assists.
“Tim brings a wealth of experience to our club,” Revs sporting director Curt Onalfo said. “Tim performed at the highest level last season as an MLS All-Pro and All-Star player. We look forward to welcoming Tim to the New England Revolution as we continue to strengthen our roster.”
Kessler, 26, has appeared in 17 games (15 starts) in his fifth season in New England. Since making his MLS debut with the Revs in 2020, he has contributed four goals in 98 games (88 starts).
Like Parker, Kessler is a two-time member of the U.S. Men's National Team.
“Henry is an excellent center back with national team experience since being drafted in 2020,” St. Louis sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel said. “He is an aggressive defender. “His ball-handling vision will make him a great addition to our defense.”
New England (7 wins, 14 draws, 2 losses, 23 points) ranks last in the Eastern Conference, while St. Louis City (4 wins, 10 draws, 11 losses, 23 points) ranks second to last in the Western Conference.
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