Category Archives: MLS- Expansion

Projecting the MLS Expansion Draft

Trying to predict expansion drafts is never easy, trying to do so for two teams is downright impossible. That doesn't mean we can't try though, and with Vancouver and Portland set to make their expansion draft selections on Wednesday afternoon, … Continue reading »

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List of players available for MLS Expansion Draft announced

Major League Soccer has released the names of the players protected by each of the 16 current MLS teams ahead of Wednesday's MLS Expansion Draft. Portland and Vancouver will choose from the players left unprotected on Monday, with each MLS … Continue reading »

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Timbers considering options as MLS expansion draft nears

  By JOSE M. ROMERO The four walls of Gavin Wilkinson's office are covered with white boards on which there is much of the information the Portland Timbers' technical director will need for next week's MLS expansion draft. But first, … Continue reading »

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MLS teams preparing for 2011 preseason in Arizona

By JOSE M. ROMERO On the pitch, the Seattle Sounders are focused on their opening-round playoff series that begins this weekend against the L.A. Galaxy.  Off the field, the team is firming up plans for a return to Casa Grande, … Continue reading »

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Timbers look to build after adding first four players

By JOSE M. ROMERO The Portland Timbers have their first four MLS players signed and in the books as the fledgling franchise's original quartet. Timbers technical director Gavin Wilkinson introduced forward Bright Dike, midfield wing Ryan Pore, goalkeeper Steve Cronin … Continue reading »

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MLS Timbers sign first four players for 2011

The expansion Portland Timbers have signed the first four players in the club's history, including a trio of top scorers from the USSF Division 2. Portland announced the signing of forward Bright Dike and midfielder Ryan Pore, as well as goalkeeper Steve … Continue reading »

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Vancouver opts for top 2011 MLS Draft pick, Portland to select first in Expansion Draft

The Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps took part in an Expansion Priority Draft on Monday and the result saw the Whitecaps choose the option of having the No. 1 overall pick in the 2011 MLS Draft. Portland will pick second in … Continue reading »

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Portland Timbers introduce John Spencer as MLS head coach

Photo by ISIphotos.com Former Houston Dynamo assistant coach John Spencer will be officially introduced as the Portland Timbers head coach for the 2011 MLS season during a press conference on Wednesday. Spencer agreed to a deal earlier this summer, and … Continue reading »

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Cosmos poised for a comeback

The rumors of a New York Cosmos revival have circulated for a better part of three decades, but the first real signs of a potential comeback for the storied club have emerged. A group has purchased the rights to the … Continue reading »

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Which city should be awarded the 20th MLS club?

With Montreal officially identified as the market getting the 19th MLS team, it is a certainty that MLS will add a 20th team.  It is time to consider which cities are in the mix for the 20th team in the … Continue reading »

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