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Name: Cody Baker

Position: Defender

Number: 33

Height: 5-10

Weight: 155

Born: January 4, 2004 in Issaquah, Wash.

Hometown: Issaquah, Wash.

Citizenship: USA

Acquired: Signed to Tacoma Defiance roster on July 21, 2021.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2021 (Tacoma Defiance): Baker started seven of 18 matches in 2021 for Defiance, recording 14 tackles won and 26 clearances.

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

N/A

YOUTH EXPERIENCE

Spent three years with the Sounders FC Academy before signing to with Tacoma Defiance.

Player Development News
Player Development News
Andrew Thomas marks return from injury with stellar performance in Tacoma Defiance opener

Andrew Thomas marks return from injury with stellar performance in Tacoma Defiance opener
HIGHLIGHTS: St. Louis CITY2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | March 26, 2023
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HIGHLIGHTS: St. Louis CITY2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | March 26, 2023
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Draws 1-1 with St. Louis CITY2 at CITYPARK to Open Season

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Draws 1-1 with St. Louis CITY2 at CITYPARK to Open Season
Tacoma Defiance aim for new heights in 2023

Tacoma Defiance aim for new heights in 2023
Five biggest storylines from the offseason

Five biggest storylines from the offseason
Tacoma Defiance prepare for the 2023 MLS NEXT Pro season
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Tacoma Defiance prepare for the 2023 MLS NEXT Pro season
MLS NEXT Pro Unveils 2023 Tacoma Defiance Schedule

MLS NEXT Pro Unveils 2023 Tacoma Defiance Schedule
Tacoma Defiance Announces Full Preseason Schedule

Tacoma Defiance Announces Full Preseason Schedule
Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielder Braudilio Rodrigues

Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielder Braudilio Rodrigues
Tacoma Defiance standouts Stu Hawkins, Chris Aquino help United States qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup

Tacoma Defiance standouts Stu Hawkins, Chris Aquino help United States qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup
Tacoma Defiance Trades Two International Roster Slots to New York Red Bulls II

Tacoma Defiance Trades Two International Roster Slots to New York Red Bulls II
Aquino and Hawkins Called up to U.S. U-17 Men's Youth National Team

Aquino and Hawkins Called up to U.S. U-17 Men's Youth National Team
Tacoma Defiance Signs Forward Eythor Bjørgolfsson and Defender Blake Bowen

Tacoma Defiance Signs Forward Eythor Bjørgolfsson and Defender Blake Bowen
Tacoma Defiance Loans Midfielder Juan Alvarez

Tacoma Defiance Loans Midfielder Juan Alvarez
Antonio Herrera embarks on professional pathway after signing with Tacoma Defiance

Antonio Herrera embarks on professional pathway after signing with Tacoma Defiance
Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielders Antonio Herrera and Frank Daroma

Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielders Antonio Herrera and Frank Daroma
Tacoma Defiance Signs Defender Gio Miglietti and Midfielder Paul Rothrock

Tacoma Defiance Signs Defender Gio Miglietti and Midfielder Paul Rothrock
Here to stay: Tacoma Defiance signs Georgi Minoungou as first transfer in team history

Here to stay: Tacoma Defiance signs Georgi Minoungou as first transfer in team history
Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielder Georgi Minoungou

Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielder Georgi Minoungou
Five Sounders named to U.S. Youth National Teams in January

Five Sounders named to U.S. Youth National Teams in January
Tacoma Defiance Signs Defender Elias Katsaros

Tacoma Defiance Signs Defender Elias Katsaros
The Pathway: Chris Aquino's journey from SDP to signing with Tacoma Defiance

The Pathway: Chris Aquino's journey from SDP to signing with Tacoma Defiance
Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielder Christopher Aquino

Tacoma Defiance Signs Midfielder Christopher Aquino
2022 Alliance Annual Business Meeting: Opening Program
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2022 Alliance Annual Business Meeting: Opening Program
2022 Alliance Annual Business Meeting: Player Development Breakout Session
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2022 Alliance Annual Business Meeting: Player Development Breakout Session
2022 Alliance Annual Business Meeting: Q&A Session
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2022 Alliance Annual Business Meeting: Q&A Session
Tacoma Defiance Announces Roster Decisions to Conclude 2022 Season

Tacoma Defiance Announces Roster Decisions to Conclude 2022 Season
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Concludes Season with 2-1 Loss to St. Louis CITY2 in Western Conference Final

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Concludes Season with 2-1 Loss to St. Louis CITY2 in Western Conference Final
RECAP: Tacoma Defiance fall to St. Louis CITY2 in Western Conference Final

RECAP: Tacoma Defiance fall to St. Louis CITY2 in Western Conference Final
STLvTAC 101: All you need to know when the Defiance take on St. Louis CITY2 in the Western Conference Final

STLvTAC 101: All you need to know when the Defiance take on St. Louis CITY2 in the Western Conference Final
Defiance eager to show "resilience and hunger" against St. Louis CITY2 in Western Conference Final

Defiance eager to show "resilience and hunger" against St. Louis CITY2 in Western Conference Final
Tacoma Defiance make history in magical night at Starfire Stadium

Tacoma Defiance make history in magical night at Starfire Stadium
Tacoma Defiance to Play in Western Conference Finals Against St. Louis CITY2 on Sunday, October 2

Tacoma Defiance to Play in Western Conference Finals Against St. Louis CITY2 on Sunday, October 2
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Comes Back to Defeat Houston Dyanmo 2 in Penalties, Advances to Western Conference Finals

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Comes Back to Defeat Houston Dyanmo 2 in Penalties, Advances to Western Conference Finals
Interview: Wade Webber post-match vs Houston Dynamo 2
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Interview: Wade Webber post-match vs Houston Dynamo 2
Interview: Marlon Vargas post-match vs Houston Dynamo 2
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Interview: Marlon Vargas post-match vs Houston Dynamo 2
RECAP: Defiance stage late comeback, advance to Western Conference Final on penalties

RECAP: Defiance stage late comeback, advance to Western Conference Final on penalties
PENALTIES: Tacoma Defiance advance past Houston Dynamo 2
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PENALTIES: Tacoma Defiance advance past Houston Dynamo 2
TACvHOU 101: All you need to know when the Defiance host Dynamo 2 in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Semifinals

TACvHOU 101: All you need to know when the Defiance host Dynamo 2 in the MLS NEXT Pro Western Conference Semifinals
Player Spotlight: Sota Kitahara brings "industrious" presence to Defiance midfield

Player Spotlight: Sota Kitahara brings "industrious" presence to Defiance midfield
Player Spotlight: Marlon Vargas leading Defiance to inaugural MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs  

Player Spotlight: Marlon Vargas leading Defiance to inaugural MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs  
Tacoma Defiance Midfielder Marlon Vargas Named to MLS NEXT Pro Best XI

Tacoma Defiance Midfielder Marlon Vargas Named to MLS NEXT Pro Best XI
Tacoma Defiance eager to make history in MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs

Tacoma Defiance eager to make history in MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs
Tacoma Defiance Falls to Portland in Regular Season Finale, Set to Face Houston in Western Conference Semifinals

Tacoma Defiance Falls to Portland in Regular Season Finale, Set to Face Houston in Western Conference Semifinals
Interview: Marlon Vargas post-match vs Timbers2
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Interview: Marlon Vargas post-match vs Timbers2
Interview: Wade Webber post-match vs Timbers2
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Interview: Wade Webber post-match vs Timbers2
Reed Baker-Whiting, Stu Hawkins named to U.S. Youth National Teams

Reed Baker-Whiting, Stu Hawkins named to U.S. Youth National Teams
Tacoma Defiance Celebrates Final Match of Regular Season with a Host of Special Matchday Activities in Support of RAVE Foundation’s Fan-Funded Field Initiative

Tacoma Defiance Celebrates Final Match of Regular Season with a Host of Special Matchday Activities in Support of RAVE Foundation’s Fan-Funded Field Initiative
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Scores Late Goal to Secure 1-0 Victory Over Whitecaps FC 2

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Scores Late Goal to Secure 1-0 Victory Over Whitecaps FC 2
HIGHLIGHTS: Whitecaps FC 2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | September 09, 2022
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HIGHLIGHTS: Whitecaps FC 2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | September 09, 2022
Tacoma Defiance falls 1-0 on the road to Real Monarchs

Tacoma Defiance falls 1-0 on the road to Real Monarchs
Tacoma Defiance Clinches Berth in 2022 MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs

Tacoma Defiance Clinches Berth in 2022 MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Finds Late Winner to Defeat Sporting Kansas City II 1-0 at Starfire Stadium

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Finds Late Winner to Defeat Sporting Kansas City II 1-0 at Starfire Stadium
HIGHLIGHTS: Tacoma Defiance vs. Sporting KC II | August 20, 2022
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HIGHLIGHTS: Tacoma Defiance vs. Sporting KC II | August 20, 2022
Sounders Academy U-17's head to Mexico for Liga MX BBVA International Youth Squad Tournament

Sounders Academy U-17's head to Mexico for Liga MX BBVA International Youth Squad Tournament
MATCH RECAP: Late Goal from Minnesota Sinks Defiance 2-1 on the Road

MATCH RECAP: Late Goal from Minnesota Sinks Defiance 2-1 on the Road
HIGHLIGHTS: MNUFC2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | August 15, 2022
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HIGHLIGHTS: MNUFC2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | August 15, 2022
Sounders prospects Stu Hawkins, Chris Aquino compete in inaugural MLS NEXT All-Star Game

Sounders prospects Stu Hawkins, Chris Aquino compete in inaugural MLS NEXT All-Star Game
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Grabs 2-0 Victory Over Earthquakes II at PayPal Park

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Grabs 2-0 Victory Over Earthquakes II at PayPal Park
Tacoma Defiance Receives Multiple MLS NEXT Pro July Awards

Tacoma Defiance Receives Multiple MLS NEXT Pro July Awards
Tacoma Defiance reclaim top spot in MLS NEXT Pro Power Rankings

Tacoma Defiance reclaim top spot in MLS NEXT Pro Power Rankings
"He's a leader": Marlon Vargas continues to take MLS NEXT Pro by storm

"He's a leader": Marlon Vargas continues to take MLS NEXT Pro by storm
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Cruises Past St. Louis City SC 2 5-1 at Starfire Stadium

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Cruises Past St. Louis City SC 2 5-1 at Starfire Stadium
HIGHLIGHTS: Tacoma Defiance vs. St Louis CITY2 | July 30, 2022
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HIGHLIGHTS: Tacoma Defiance vs. St Louis CITY2 | July 30, 2022
TACvSTL 101 Preview: All you need to know when the Tacoma Defiance host St. Louis CITY2 on Saturday

TACvSTL 101 Preview: All you need to know when the Tacoma Defiance host St. Louis CITY2 on Saturday
MLS NEXT All-Star Game "recognition" for breakout seasons from Stu Hawkins and Chris Aquino 

MLS NEXT All-Star Game "recognition" for breakout seasons from Stu Hawkins and Chris Aquino 
Stuart Hawkins and Christopher Aquino Named to MLS NEXT All-Star Game

Stuart Hawkins and Christopher Aquino Named to MLS NEXT All-Star Game
Tacoma Defiance Defeats Sporting Kansas City II 3-0 Friday Evening at Mercy Victory Field 

Tacoma Defiance Defeats Sporting Kansas City II 3-0 Friday Evening at Mercy Victory Field 
HIGHLIGHTS: Sporting KC II vs. Tacoma Defiance | July 22, 2022
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HIGHLIGHTS: Sporting KC II vs. Tacoma Defiance | July 22, 2022
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Defeats Minnesota United FC 2 at Starfire Stadium

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Defeats Minnesota United FC 2 at Starfire Stadium
HIGHLIGHTS: Tacoma Defiance vs. MNUFC2 | July 17, 2022
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HIGHLIGHTS: Tacoma Defiance vs. MNUFC2 | July 17, 2022
MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Defeats Portland Timbers2 6-1 at Hillsboro Stadium

MATCH RECAP: Tacoma Defiance Defeats Portland Timbers2 6-1 at Hillsboro Stadium
HIGHLIGHTS: Timbers2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | July 10, 2022
3:58

HIGHLIGHTS: Timbers2 vs. Tacoma Defiance | July 10, 2022
Tacoma Defiance Defender Eric Kinzner Loaned to FC Tucson

Tacoma Defiance Defender Eric Kinzner Loaned to FC Tucson
Stuart Hawkins ready for challenge at next level with Tacoma Defiance

Stuart Hawkins ready for challenge at next level with Tacoma Defiance
Coach's Corner: Wade Webber discusses experiences in soccer, journey to Tacoma Defiance

Coach's Corner: Wade Webber discusses experiences in soccer, journey to Tacoma Defiance
Match Recap: Tacoma Defiance Falls 1-0 to Houston Dynamo 2 at AVEVA Stadium on Sunday Night

Match Recap: Tacoma Defiance Falls 1-0 to Houston Dynamo 2 at AVEVA Stadium on Sunday Night
MLS NEXT Cup U-17 Highlights: Seattle Sounders vs. Solar SC | June 26, 2022
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MLS NEXT Cup U-17 Highlights: Seattle Sounders vs. Solar SC | June 26, 2022
Tacoma Defiance Signs Defender Stuart Hawkins

Tacoma Defiance Signs Defender Stuart Hawkins
Tacoma Defiance rise to No. 2 in MLS NEXT Pro Power Rankings

Tacoma Defiance rise to No. 2 in MLS NEXT Pro Power Rankings
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