Peter Stroud
- Years with Minnesota United: 2026–present (Joined December 2025)
- Position: Midfielder (Central Midfield / Defensive Midfield)
- Nationality: American
- Acquisition: Acquired via trade from the New York Red Bulls on December 11, 2025, in exchange for $475,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM).
Peter Stroud is a talented young central midfielder who became the first acquisition for Minnesota United FC in the 2026 offseason. Known for his high work rate, defensive ability, pressing, and clean passing, he arrives from the New York Red Bulls where he became a regular contributor after signing as a Homegrown Player. His acquisition is seen as a key move to strengthen the midfield spine of the team.
Key stats (Pre-Minnesota United – New York Red Bulls, 2023–2025):
- MLS regular season appearances: 66
- MLS regular season assists: 4
- Total club appearances (all competitions): 83
- 2024 MLS Cup: Started for the Red Bulls in the 2024 MLS Cup Final.
- Injury Setback: Missed a significant portion of the 2024 season after undergoing ankle surgery but returned in time for the playoffs.
Memorable moments and honors (Overall Career):
- Collegiate Success: A standout player at Duke University, he was named ACC Midfielder of the Year in back-to-back seasons (2021, 2022), the first player in ACC history to achieve the feat.
- Youth International: Represented the United States Youth National Teams at the U-15 and U-17 levels.
- European Academy: Spent two years in England in the youth academy of West Ham United.
- Brother in MLS: His older brother, Jared Stroud, also plays in Major League Soccer (currently with D.C. United).
Where is he now?:
- Peter Stroud is currently an active Midfielder for Minnesota United FC in Major League Soccer (MLS).
- He joined the club in December 2025 ahead of the 2026 season and is expected to compete for a starting role in the central midfield.
