MLS Announces 2017 Generation Adidas Signings

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From Last Word on Soccer, by Noah Sobel-Pressman Today, MLS announced the 2017 Generation adidas signings. Generation adidas is a program that helps underclassmen and youth internationals enter MLS. These players don’t count against the salary cap, and receive college scholarships if they fail in MLS. This year, MLS introduced a new initiative: Generation adidas Canada. This […] READ MORE


10 Players to Look Out for in 2017 MLS SuperDraft

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From Last Word on Soccer, by Benny Lafortune The 2017 MLS SuperDraft is just about two weeks away. That being the case, it is time to start to look at some of the best prospects of this year’s crop. The ten players selected are thought to be some of the most talented of this year’s […] READ MORE


New York City FC vs. Orlando City SC Preview

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New York City FC vs. Orlando City SC Stadium: Camping World Stadium Location: Orlando, FL Time: 7:00 EST Three players who could impact the game Cyle Larin Cyle Larin is OCSC’s powerful target forward. He already has 12 goals this season and been linked to many top European clubs this year. In five games against NYCFC […] READ MORE


Tin Men: MLS SuperDraft 2016

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When I told people I was headed down to Baltimore for the 17th MLS Superdraft, I was met by a bewildering range of reactions. Among my purist friends, there was a haughty combination of despair and disgust. An MLS SuperDraft? What is that? Certainly not a footie thing. Players are never “drafted”, like cattle to […] READ MORE



Is the MLS SuperDraft Irrelevant?

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EDITORIAL – Two years ago I examined one of the most polarizing practices taking place annually in Major League Soccer, the MLS SuperDraft. One of the hot topics at that point in time was the potential signing of an MLS draftee to an NASL side for its guaranteed contract, which at the time was something MLS couldn’t really offer […] READ MORE



Philadelphia Union Draft Review

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The Philadelphia Union are currently undergoing a serious rebuilding phase. The 2016 MLS Superdraft gave them the perfect opportunity to start it. With the Union owning the No. 3 and No. 6 pick, it seemed like the fans were witnessing the future in front of their own eyes. This excitement only grew larger as the […] READ MORE


LA Galaxy Acquire TAM for 2016 MLS SuperDraft Selection

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CARSON, Calif. (Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016) – The following is a press release from the LA Galaxy. LA Galaxy Acquire TAM for 2016 MLS SuperDraft Selection The LA Galaxy have acquired targeted allocation money from the Colorado Rapids in exchange for the 12th selection in the 2016 MLS SuperDraft, the club announced today. Targeted Allocation […] READ MORE