- Years with club: 2022–present
- Position: Goalkeeper
Alec Smir was initially selected 62nd overall in the 2022 MLS SuperDraft by FC Dallas but signed with Minnesota United 2 (MNUFC2) ahead of their inaugural MLS NEXT Pro season. As a key presence for the club’s second team, the former University of North Carolina keeper demonstrated strong shot-stopping ability and a commanding presence in the box. His performances for MNUFC2 eventually earned him call-ups to the first team on short-term agreements before he was signed permanently to the MLS roster in 2024. Smir is viewed as a capable backup, having made his MLS debut during the 2024 season.
Key stats:
- MLS regular season appearances: 5 (As of late 2025)
- MNUFC2 appearances: 22 (MLS NEXT Pro)
- Notable non-playing honor: Winner of the MLS NEXT Pro “Goalie Wars” event at the 2022 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge.
Memorable moments:
- The MLS debut: Smir made his MLS and Minnesota United debut on July 3, 2024, starting and playing the full 90 minutes in a match against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
- Open cup contribution: In the 2024 U.S. Open Cup, he made the start and earned a clean sheet in a 3-0 victory against Chicago House A.C. in the First Round.
- MLS NEXT Pro success: He was a consistent performer for the “Twos,” recording 26 game appearances and contributing to the development of the team’s professional pathway.
Where are they now?:
Alec Smir is currently with the Minnesota United first-team roster.
- He signed a semi-guaranteed first team contract in June 2024, which includes club options for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
- As of the end of the 2025 season, the club has exercised his contract options, and he remains a part of the Minnesota United goalkeeping union.