Tag Archives: Designated Player
Do You Want Eddie Johnson on Your Team?
Many times on this site, I’ve bemoaned that fact that American internationals face hurdles to return to MLS when their career in Europe has either stagnated or are failing to provide them with growth opportunities. This year there has been … Continue reading
Toronto FC Continues Its Befuddling Offseason with De Rosario Controversy
Toronto FC is the type of club that MLS would love to be successful. They have a loyal and dedicated fan base, Toronto is a growing soccer market that hosted the 2008 All Star Game, and the team has a … Continue reading
Which MLS Star Will be the Next Designated Player?
Overlooked in the American World Cup hype was the move by Seattle to sign their young striker Freddy Montero to an extension which also makes him a designated player. Montero, 23, becomes Seattle’s third DP, joining Blaise Nkufo and Alvaro … Continue reading
Seven DPs Left Unprotected in Expansion Draft
Not even 24 hours after crowning its champion, MLS was back to business by requiring its clubs to list its protected players for the expansion draft. The expansion draft is just one of several drafts taking place this offseason for … Continue reading
Five US Players I Want to See in MLS
The news that Wolves and U.S. national team keeper Marcus Hahnemann is open to retuning to MLS in 2011 got me thinking about other Americans abroad. As the MLS has matured in a good and competitive soccer league, it is … Continue reading
The Long and Winding Road – Dynamo Again Try to Sign an Offensive Weapon from Mexico
Last Saturday morning, while he was in town to promote the fights taking place that evening at Houston’s Toyota Center, Oscar de la Hoya stopped by Estadio Robertson to chat with reporters while watching his Houston Dynamo host the Montreal … Continue reading
