Orlando City's Alex Freeman wins MLS Young Player of Year

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Orlando City SC defender Alex Freeman was named the 2025 MLS Young Player of the Year on Thursday.

The 21-year-old right back contributed six goals and three assists in 29 league matches (26 starts) this season.

Freeman's six goals tied for the most among MLS defenders, while his 42 key passes ranked fourth.

He became the first Orlando player to win