Michael Parkhurst joins USL Pawtucket ownership; Andrew Gutman’s winding road leads to Red Bulls: Notebook

Another former MLS standout has joined the ranks of USL ownership.

Ex-Atlanta United, Columbus Crew, New England Revolution and U.S. men’s national team defender Michael Parkhurst told The Athletic that he has taken a minority stake in the incoming USL Championship club in Pawtucket, R.I. The club, which was founded by Phoenix Rising FC co-owner and prospective Ipswich Town owner Brett Johnson, is scheduled to begin play in 2023.