 Chanot made 19 appearances in the 2017 MLS season before being sidelined on 20 July with a herniated disk in his back.Initial reports thought the injury would only keep him out 2–4 weeks but after further evaluation Chanot had to undergo surgery and he missed the rest of the season, including both of NYCFC's playoff matches.Over the next two seasons, the pair Chanot and Callens was recognized as one of the best in MLS.