Red Bulls acquire Rimando from RSL
Rimando, a seven-year veteran in the league, was acquired by Real Salt Lake last December along with Freddy Adu from D.C. United in exchange for a major player allocation, goalkeeper Jay Nolly and future considerations. Prior to the deal, the 27-year-old from Montclair, CA, enjoyed a five-year stint with D.C. Serving as the starting 'keeper for four of those seasons, Rimando played a main role in United's successful 2004 MLS Cup run after coming back from injury.
Before joining United, Rimando played with the Miami Fusion, starting in a total of 47 games over two seasons. Career-wise, Rimando has a 1.32 goals against average and has started in 145 MLS regular season games. The former UCLA-product has posted a 66-52-27 record and 36 shutouts.
Nick Rimando
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 5'10
Weight: 190
Born: June 17, 1979
Hometown: Montclair, CA
