Category Archives: MLS Draft 2009

Colorado acquires rights to Matt Pickens

The Colorado Rapids have parted ways with goalkeeper Bouna Coundoul, but have found a replacement in none other than former Chicago Fire goalkeeper Matt Pickens. The Fire traded Colorado the rights to Pickens in the trade that saw them swap … Continue reading »

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2009 MLS Draft set to kick off

The 2009 MLS Draft is finally here and things aren't any more clear today than they were a month ago as far as how the draft order will wind up shaking out. Teams have spent the past few weeks talking … Continue reading »

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(Some of) Your MLS Draft Questions Answered

Good evening folks. We're less than half a day away from the 2009 MLS Draft and you all have plenty of questions heading into the event. Here are some of those questions answered: —————————- MZ- Who pays for players to … Continue reading »

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Greetings from St. Louis (MLS News & Notes)

  Good evening folks. I am coming to you from St. Louis, which is experiencing downright Arctic conditions right now (at least it feels that way after four days in sunny Florida). Tonight is the night when most of the … Continue reading »

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MLS Draft Q&A

Good evening folks. I am heading to St. Louis and I know many of you still have plenty questions. That being the case I have decided to do an MLS Draft Q&A. Send your draft questions my way and I … Continue reading »

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SBI MLS Mock Draft (Version 5.0)

  The MLS Draft is less than 24 hours away, meaning it is time to focus on the final MLS Mock Draft. As you have figured out by now, none of the several trades expected to take place involving draft … Continue reading »

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MLS Combine’s Top performers

                                              Photo by ISIphotos.com by GIANFRANCO PANIZO That's it, that's all. All the (potential) future MLS players have made their cases and now just have to sit back and wait to see if their number is called. With just … Continue reading »

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MLS Hot Stove: Seattle ready to deal, Revs eyeing Gomez and Red Bulls finalize more deals

Good morning folks. It is the day before the 2009 MLS Draft, which generally goes down as the busiest day of the year for transactions. With draft pick trades, and deals for veterans flying, the chances are very good that … Continue reading »

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Red Bulls deal Van Den Bergh to FC Dallas

  Dave Van Den Bergh is on his way to Dallas. The trade that first came to light over the weekend became reality late last night as the New York Red Bulls traded Van Den Bergh and the No. 14 … Continue reading »

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MLS Combine: The field takes shape

                                                                           Photo by ISIphotos.com After two days of the MLS Combine two things are clear. This year's draft really is deep with solid prospects and there will be more wheeling and dealing this week than perhaps any other draft week … Continue reading »

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