Why do they call John Tolkin JMi?

For the New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer as well as the American national team, John Michael Tolkin is a left-back. He is a professional soccer player from the United States.

In the second half of a 4-3 victory over Bethlehem Steel on July 10, 2019, Tolkin made his professional debut. He contributed to Tom Barlow’s equalizer in the 82nd minute during the game, earning his first career assist.

For the 2022 season, Tolkin was named the New York Red Bulls Defender of the Year on November 18, 2022.

A free kick in the 88th minute by Toklin gave New York a 1-0 victory over DC United on August 20, 2023, marking his first goal of the campaign for the team.

Why do they call John Tolkin JMi?

I’m saving so much money and spending time with my family.” — 15 minutes from training and 20 minutes from Red Bull Arena.

Everyone calls him “JMi,” short for John Michael, a nickname conferred upon him by an uncle when he was so young Tolkin doesn’t remember the moment.