Red Bulls defender Chris Albright undergoes successful hernia surgery

Chris Albright

HARRISON, NJ– Red Bull New York announced today that defender Chris Albright underwent successful bilateral hernia surgery. The procedure was be performed by Dr. William Hutchinson at Surgery Center of the Pacific in Santa Monica, CA. Expected recovery time is six to eight weeks.

Albright has not appeared in a MLS match this season. Last season, the 2010 MLS Comeback Player of the Year started in 18 games, recording two assists in his first campaign with New York. The three-time MLS Cup winner was acquired on Jan. 14, 2010 from the New England Revolution in exchange for a second round (31st overall) pick and third round (48th overall pick) in the 2010 MLS SuperDraft.