The injury, which will not require surgery, was sustained in the Red Bulls’ scrimmage against the Red Bull Salzburg Juniors on March 3. He was re-evaluated by the team’s medical staff on Monday upon returning from Austria.

Richards was one of the finalists for the MLS Rookie of the Year award in 2007. Drafted in the second round, 19th overall in the 2007 MLS SuperDraft out of Clemson University, Richards started in 27 of 30 games for the Red Bulls in his first season, notching two goals and six assists. The Jamaican international has also earned five caps for his country.

The Red Bulls season and home opener is scheduled for Saturday, April 5 against the Columbus Crew at Giants Stadium at 7:30 PM ET. For ticket information, contact the Red Bulls at 1.877.RBSOCCER.

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