An interview with Timbers GM Ned Grabavoy

The Portland Timbers have redemption on the mind entering 2023 after missing the playoffs for the first time since 2016. At the helm of the club’s soccer operations is Ned Grabavoy, a longtime MLS player turned essential member of the PTFC front office. Grabavoy brought the club-record Evander signing over the line in December, but it’s otherwise been a relatively quiet offseason for the Timbers. What’s next for Portland’s roster, particularly that previously discussed pursuit of a striker? How has Grabavoy been adjusting to the top job after Gavin Wilkinson was fired in October? What are the best condiments to put on a hot dog? Timestamps: (0:00 - full time) Ned Grabavoy interview Subscribe to Soccer Made in Portland anywhere you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices