What happened: Nelson Palacio underwent successful thigh surgery and will miss the rest of Toronto FC's 2026 MLS season. The midfielder joined the club in July but was unable to make his Toronto debut after the midseason move.

Why it matters: That removes a summer midfield addition during the closing stretch of the MLS regular season. Toronto FC acquired Palacio from Real Salt Lake in July in a midfield trade, so the club now has to carry that position without seeing the deal on the field this year.

What to watch: Watch for how Toronto FC redistributes midfield minutes over the final weeks of the regular season. The club's next roster updates will show who takes Palacio's spot in the rotation.