RSL re-signs Beckerman (now with short hair and close to getting Rimando back under contract. Both have been with Salt Lake since 2007.
Also Rubio Rubin may be coming back to the MLS and there are rumors starting that Chicarito could be on the move (because once again Moyes has him on the bench). Of course LigaMX and LAFC pop right to the top of the rumor mill.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:32 am
by P.D.X.
Superdraft is today. Thrilling.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:35 am
by brian
P.D.X. wrote: ↑Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:32 am
Superdraft is today. Thrilling.
I realize it's not the biggest deal in the world, but seems like they could hold it some time other than a Friday morning before half of the country is awake.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:44 am
by mister d
It amazes me how little it costs to trade up.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 12:33 pm
by wlu_lax6
The first 2 rounds are done live at the United Soccer Coaches Convention (this year in Philly). They get a good turn out in person because they combine it with "track suit woodstock". The 2nd two rounds are done via conference call over the weekend. A truly "super draft"
As for the cost to move up. Draft is not a very valuable way to stock talent. Most teams get players via Homegrown and free agent/transfer. The college kids just don't typically turn into stars. Maybe some solid players but not stars. DC gave up picks in both rounds this year. One for a starting goalie (well compete for a goalie) and the other for a few 100K in money they can spend on overseas transfers.
This article pointed to the "Best" draft for each team. Not bad players but most did not have the biggest impact for the team that drafted them and best players were probably not obtained that way. https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/01/ ... ls-history
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 12:56 pm
by mister d
Seems like there's always "known" talent at the very top of the draft, inside the range where picks get moved for cash.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 1:08 pm
by P.D.X.
Timbers don't even have a pick in the first 2 rounds. But they did just sign Foster Langsdorf to a homegrown contract (had 31/8 as a striker for Stanford in the 2 years since Morris has been gone), so that's good.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 1:10 pm
by wlu_lax6
Yes but if they were soooo good they would be overseas (Most of the US Youth National Teamers) or homegrown (Morris in Seattle). I mean yeah Ian Harkes is good and started for DC United but nobody was calling for him to get MNT time outside of Camp Cupcake
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 2:20 pm
by mister d
You're forgetting about superhero Jack Harrison.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 4:29 pm
by wlu_lax6
So the Columbus Crew used a 2nd round pick on Jake Rozhansky from U of Maryland (transfer from UVA).....who signed a contract last week to play for Maccabi Netanya (once coached by Lothar Matthäus). So they get his MLS rights....but....2nd rounder for a guy who is under contract with another team?
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 4:42 pm
by P.D.X.
It's almost like the franchise isn't making the best decisions.
(They're also selling Justin Meram, who is probably one of the best values in the league.)
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2018 4:58 pm
by wlu_lax6
P.D.X. wrote: ↑Fri Jan 19, 2018 4:42 pm
It's almost like the franchise isn't making the best decisions.
(They're also selling Justin Meram, who is probably one of the best values in the league.)
one less player they have to pay moving expenses for?
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Sun Jan 21, 2018 8:13 pm
by mister d
mister d wrote: ↑Fri Jan 19, 2018 2:20 pm
You're forgetting about superhero Jack Harrison.
Fuck.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2018 8:34 am
by wlu_lax6
This is a crazy year for MLS player relations. Last year it was tampering. This year it is hold outs. Lee Nguyen no showed at Revs practice. He wants a trade. Cyle Larin is not in Orlando, but rather training with Bestikas.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2018 8:40 am
by wlu_lax6
So going back to the lack of value in college draft. DC United trade rights to home grown player/MD Terp/US Youth National Teamer, Eryk Williamson to Potland. DC gets $100,000 General Allocation Money in 2018, $100,000 Targeted Allocation Money in 2019, a 2018 international spot and a second-round pick in the 2020 MLS Draft. Most importantly 50% of future transfer fees. DC could not get a deal and Eryk was looking at Europe. A big problem was he plays in a place where DC actually has depth. They thought he would be commuting to Richmond for Kickers games this year. Can't believe that is what Williamson wanted. Good deal for both DC and Portland.
DC now needs to finalize South American/Central American transfers that keep being referenced.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2018 9:51 am
by P.D.X.
Yeah, pretty stoked about that deal. We really need an heir to the Chara role and it looks like he fits the bill nicely.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2018 11:53 am
by wlu_lax6
P.D.X. wrote: ↑Wed Jan 24, 2018 9:51 am
Yeah, pretty stoked about that deal. We really need an heir to the Chara role and it looks like he fits the bill nicely.
This feels like a good deal for both teams and Williamson.
Regardless of what happens this is a STEAL for Beckham. $25M expansion fee....Nashville paying $150M.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Mon Jan 29, 2018 4:03 pm
by brian
All for another team for Miami to ignore.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Mon Jan 29, 2018 5:02 pm
by wlu_lax6
brian wrote: ↑Mon Jan 29, 2018 4:03 pm
All for another team for Miami to ignore.
until the move to Columbus
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Wed Jan 31, 2018 12:36 pm
by Brontoburglar
SKC has signed Johnny Russell (Derby County) and now Felipe Gutierrez (Chile). Both play midfield, though apparently Russell can play on the wing. Still need a striker -- and apparently are still going to sign one.
<--- my reaction
(meanwhile Uri Rosell signs with Orlando, meaning OCSC now has two of the most beloved Sporting KC players of the past five seasons)
If I'm being honest, I'm (very) pleasantly surprised. I thought it would do well, but if this is a sign of where it might go, it could end up being one of the top five USL markets. They only have to ground-share for one more year hopefully while the new AAA ballpark is being built and then can perform some much needed work on Cashman to make it more soccer friendly (and expand capacity a little).
If I'm being honest, I'm (very) pleasantly surprised. I thought it would do well, but if this is a sign of where it might go, it could end up being one of the top five USL markets. They only have to ground-share for one more year hopefully while the new AAA ballpark is being built and then can perform some much needed work on Cashman to make it more soccer friendly (and expand capacity a little).
Enjoy your Freddy Adu and neon uniforms.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Mon Feb 12, 2018 11:08 am
by wlu_lax6
So Bobby Boswell is hanging them up. 13 seasons across 3 teams (2 stints in DC). 3 caps for the MNT and 1 Nickelodeon Cap
If I'm being honest, I'm (very) pleasantly surprised. I thought it would do well, but if this is a sign of where it might go, it could end up being one of the top five USL markets. They only have to ground-share for one more year hopefully while the new AAA ballpark is being built and then can perform some much needed work on Cashman to make it more soccer friendly (and expand capacity a little).
DaveInSeattle wrote: ↑Sun Feb 25, 2018 5:10 pm
Jordan Morris blew out his ACL thursday night playing against Santa Tecla in El Salvador. Probably out for the entire season.
That sucks. Fortunately he'll have his dog nearby to help him during his recovery.
Re: MLS 2018
Posted: Mon Feb 26, 2018 3:26 pm
by wlu_lax6
DaveInSeattle wrote: ↑Sun Feb 25, 2018 5:10 pm
Jordan Morris blew out his ACL thursday night playing against Santa Tecla in El Salvador. Probably out for the entire season.
Calf last year in the playoffs, ACL now....at least we are not saying how we are missing him at the World Cup....wait...I think I would rather be missing him at the World Cup.
DaveInSeattle wrote: ↑Sun Feb 25, 2018 5:10 pm
Jordan Morris blew out his ACL thursday night playing against Santa Tecla in El Salvador. Probably out for the entire season.
Calf last year in the playoffs, ACL now....at least we are not saying how we are missing him at the World Cup....wait...I think I would rather be missing him at the World Cup.