Collin Martin is only 3rd out gay man to play in men’s Big Five regular season.

Collin Martin’s courage has secured his place in history. Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Collin Martin, the Minnesota United midfielder who came out publicly last, became only the third publicly out gay man to play in a major regular-season professional sports competition in the United States.

Martin entered the United’s match against Toronto FC in the 79th minute.