Sports

Atlanta United on Thursday announced the return of midfielder Miguel Almirón.

As good as they are offensively, the biggest improvement for them has been on the defensive end of the floor. They are both long and active in the passing lanes and that creates some easy opportunities offensively.

Atlanta forward Jalen Johnson plans to have shoulder surgery and miss the remainder of the season, a major blow to the struggling Hawks’ efforts to remain in the Eastern Conference playoff race