The Washington Spirit have made a major trade, sending defender Tegan McGrady, a 2022 first round college draft pick, and an international roster spot for the 2022 season to NWSL expansion side San Diego Wave FC. In exchange, San Diego will not be able to select Washington players during the expansion draft, which will take place on December 16.
In a team press release, Spirit President Ben Olsen said “Ahead of the Expansion Draft, we faced the challenge of finding ways to position the club for sustained success by keeping as much of our core as possible.