Ugh.... it wasn't Quaranta, it was Kenny Cooper. Which not only means the player most deserving did NOT win, but DC United was shut out of all awards and anything that had to do with the best of 2008. In my opinion, Moreno should have been up there with the Best XI and of course, Quaranta should have been Comeback Player of the Year. Thanks MLS! We Suck!
Anyone else really excited to see Benny back on the field next season? I cannot wait!!!!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
What's this thing you call work?
Yeah, I'm at work and having a very hard time working! The Expansion Draft Protected lists came out yesterday, how am I suppose to work today?
Here is the list of players United decided to protect:
Quaranta, Emilio, Namoff, Simms, Guerrero, Boyzzz, Janicki, Moreno, Burch, McTavish, and Fred.
I was definitely a little surprised by a couple of these. The first is Boyzzz. Boyzzz did an okay job in the few games that he played, but he that fact is, he cannot finish what he starts. I would have thought they would have protected Doe over Boyzzz. I believe in the couple MLS and Champions League games he played, he only had one goal and one assist. Doe had goals in the last MLS games and a couple of the Champions League. He really seemed to find his form for scoring. Although, it did take all season for that to happen. Doe is also a lot younger then Boyzzz, who is 27 years old. The one thing I do have to give him though, are his foot skillz! The boy could dribble through 2, 3 even 4 players. He was definitely impressive in that department, he just couldn't finish it off. So, I guess they're are good points either way, but I probably would have gone for Doe.
I honestly thought they would leave either Burch or McTavish off this list. Now that they protected both, I have two thoughts of whats going to happen with either one. First, these two are still developing their form and growing as players, they could both be in the long term future plans of DCU. Neither had a spectacular season, but were put in situations they probably weren't ready to handle. Holding on to them, could really help this team in future seasons, as long as they do improve and prove that this year was simply just "a bad year." The second thing that could be happening, is a trade in the works. I really don't see this happening, simply for the fact that they did have a bad year, but you never know.
As for the players left unprotected, they all make sense, except for Doe and Vide. Gallardo, dp money, injury prone. Olsen, high salary, injury prone. Crayton, Seattle has a keeper, plus high salary. Martinez, didn't impress half of the season, high salary. Peralta, injury prone, high salary. The only two I see Seattle choosing would be Doe or Vide.
But honestly, with some of the players left open on the other teams, I don't see anyone getting picked from United. Which would be sweet!
That's my take on this whole thing. I leave you with a pic of Fred playing his first game with Wellington over the weekend. The team won 2-0.
(Picture courtesy of Behind the Badge.com)
Here is the list of players United decided to protect:
Quaranta, Emilio, Namoff, Simms, Guerrero, Boyzzz, Janicki, Moreno, Burch, McTavish, and Fred.
I was definitely a little surprised by a couple of these. The first is Boyzzz. Boyzzz did an okay job in the few games that he played, but he that fact is, he cannot finish what he starts. I would have thought they would have protected Doe over Boyzzz. I believe in the couple MLS and Champions League games he played, he only had one goal and one assist. Doe had goals in the last MLS games and a couple of the Champions League. He really seemed to find his form for scoring. Although, it did take all season for that to happen. Doe is also a lot younger then Boyzzz, who is 27 years old. The one thing I do have to give him though, are his foot skillz! The boy could dribble through 2, 3 even 4 players. He was definitely impressive in that department, he just couldn't finish it off. So, I guess they're are good points either way, but I probably would have gone for Doe.
I honestly thought they would leave either Burch or McTavish off this list. Now that they protected both, I have two thoughts of whats going to happen with either one. First, these two are still developing their form and growing as players, they could both be in the long term future plans of DCU. Neither had a spectacular season, but were put in situations they probably weren't ready to handle. Holding on to them, could really help this team in future seasons, as long as they do improve and prove that this year was simply just "a bad year." The second thing that could be happening, is a trade in the works. I really don't see this happening, simply for the fact that they did have a bad year, but you never know.
As for the players left unprotected, they all make sense, except for Doe and Vide. Gallardo, dp money, injury prone. Olsen, high salary, injury prone. Crayton, Seattle has a keeper, plus high salary. Martinez, didn't impress half of the season, high salary. Peralta, injury prone, high salary. The only two I see Seattle choosing would be Doe or Vide.
But honestly, with some of the players left open on the other teams, I don't see anyone getting picked from United. Which would be sweet!
That's my take on this whole thing. I leave you with a pic of Fred playing his first game with Wellington over the weekend. The team won 2-0.
(Picture courtesy of Behind the Badge.com)
Friday, November 21, 2008
Some updates
Sorry its been awhile. I decided not to do the Expansion draft list. Everyone has done one and I don't think I have anything different to say. I would like to see Janicki, Burch and McTavish on the list. Burch and Mctavish didn't have a stellar season, but I think they still have a lot to offer and a lot to prove. Give them another healthy season and I think we will really see what they're made of. Janicki is young and did really well those last few games of the season. I hope the FO sees what everyone else sees in this kid, I good centerback with height, skill and motivation. He definitely still has some to learn about this league, but overall he did better then most in that position all year!
Fred is in New Zealand right now on loan to Wellington FC Phoenix in the Hyunda A league. I think this will be good for him, as long as he stay healthy. From everything I've read, Fred was a star when he played before. Hopefully, this will get his confidence back and some of his form back. He still has the skill, but cannot finish anything. Its gotten to the point when he would get into the 18 yard box, you knew it was going straight to the keeper or straight into the posts. I'd like to see him switch that up a little next year. Okay, I would like to see him change that A LOT next year!!!!
So, of all the awards given out in the last few weeks, they save the best for last. No, not the MVP award, the Comeback Player of the Year. Of course, I'm hoping Santino gets this award. For so many reasons. He beat so many of his own records, minute and games played and goals scored. But mostly because of his re-dedication to the sport and to this team. Tino showed heart, dedication, leadership (not counting the last game!!!). Plus, his personal triumphs. Coming back after the addiction and proving himself on a personal and work level. The kid deserves this award way more then anyone this season. I think MLS made this the last award given just to fuck with Tino and the rest of us!
I'm trying to think of anything else going on with the team, but its been pretty quite. So on to other stuff....
Guillermo Barros Schelotto has been chosen league MVP. Good for him and Columbus! He definitely deserved this award. What was it? 19 assits? Crazy!!!
The MLS Cup is this Sunday and I think they announce the Comeback PLayer of the Year Saturday or Sunday, so I guess I will be back then. The Expansion draft is early next week as well. Cross you fingers!!!!! See ya then!
Fred is in New Zealand right now on loan to Wellington FC Phoenix in the Hyunda A league. I think this will be good for him, as long as he stay healthy. From everything I've read, Fred was a star when he played before. Hopefully, this will get his confidence back and some of his form back. He still has the skill, but cannot finish anything. Its gotten to the point when he would get into the 18 yard box, you knew it was going straight to the keeper or straight into the posts. I'd like to see him switch that up a little next year. Okay, I would like to see him change that A LOT next year!!!!
So, of all the awards given out in the last few weeks, they save the best for last. No, not the MVP award, the Comeback Player of the Year. Of course, I'm hoping Santino gets this award. For so many reasons. He beat so many of his own records, minute and games played and goals scored. But mostly because of his re-dedication to the sport and to this team. Tino showed heart, dedication, leadership (not counting the last game!!!). Plus, his personal triumphs. Coming back after the addiction and proving himself on a personal and work level. The kid deserves this award way more then anyone this season. I think MLS made this the last award given just to fuck with Tino and the rest of us!
I'm trying to think of anything else going on with the team, but its been pretty quite. So on to other stuff....
Guillermo Barros Schelotto has been chosen league MVP. Good for him and Columbus! He definitely deserved this award. What was it? 19 assits? Crazy!!!
The MLS Cup is this Sunday and I think they announce the Comeback PLayer of the Year Saturday or Sunday, so I guess I will be back then. The Expansion draft is early next week as well. Cross you fingers!!!!! See ya then!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Soehn will be back
So, of course, yesterday I went on a rant about why I think Soehn should not be the coach next season. And today, I find out that Soehn will in fact be the coach next year. GREAT!
I'm willing to give him another shot (as if I have any other choice). But seriously, come on man. Bring this team back to the top. Research, study, do whatever you have to do, to make this a winning team again.
Honestly, I'm more disappointed that there will probably not be much drama this off season. He was suppose to be fired and we were suppose to all be shocked and curious to who would be next. Now, there is no shock, no drama, just the same. As I stated before, they should give him a few games next season, if this team is not winning, then sack him. We cannot go through what happened this season. So, now on to the players.... at some point I will post the expansion draft, its been a busy day!
I'm willing to give him another shot (as if I have any other choice). But seriously, come on man. Bring this team back to the top. Research, study, do whatever you have to do, to make this a winning team again.
Honestly, I'm more disappointed that there will probably not be much drama this off season. He was suppose to be fired and we were suppose to all be shocked and curious to who would be next. Now, there is no shock, no drama, just the same. As I stated before, they should give him a few games next season, if this team is not winning, then sack him. We cannot go through what happened this season. So, now on to the players.... at some point I will post the expansion draft, its been a busy day!
Obama supporting soccer?!
Hey, maybe since Obama will be in DC, he can support DC United and help DCU get a stadium in the city! Okay, probably not.... but who knows, anything can happen!
back tomorrow with the expansion draft.
back tomorrow with the expansion draft.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Changes need to be made, but what? and how much?
What am I to do the next four months, until the new season starts? So many things that need to change and so many things that don't. I am anxiously awaiting to hear something from the DC United front office. Anyone being waived, fired or new coming in. I thought the process would start the morning after we lost to Columbus or even the morning after we lost to CD Marathon. But nothing has happened yet. What gives? So, since I haven't heard anything, I guess I will write about what i would like to hear. Here goes.
Tommy Soehn: I like the guy. Have met him twice, couldn't be nicer. He did really well in 2007. The players responded to him, he seemed to really help them out. His lineups were consistent and he coached them into a Supporters Shield. Then again, he coached healthy, happy and talented players. Then came this season, 2008. I was on Tommy's side most of the season. Even in the beginning of the season, when things were going horribly wrong, when the chemistry wasn't there. This team didn't play with their heart, they didn't fight to wear that jersey. Who is the one that is suppose to make them understand this and do it? Soehn. I look back and think I knew in the back of my head what the problem was. I think he lost this team after the first few games this season. The winning streak in June was the players finally coming together. I don't think Soehn had anything to do with it. Once the streak was over, the players were injured and everything went to shit, Soehn gave up. He couldn't motivate them, even with a decent lineup. When the team went to San Jose, I wanted to punch someone. We had a decent lineup playing in that game, but no heart, no fight, nothing that made this team worthy of calling them DC United. Who's fault is that, Soehns. He is the one responsible for making a team understand what it is playing for and I don't feel he ever did that. At the end of the season, he was out coached. He put players in that couldn't even stand on their own feet (rod). Basically, he needs to go. And if he doesn't go now, then I say give him a few games next season, and then re-evaluate. If he can't make a healthy DC United win some games and play with some heart, then he can't coach this team.
Players: First and foremost, Santino Quaranta. Unfortunately, I do not remember Tino when he was with the team a couple years ago. From what I got, he barely saw the field anyway. From what I've seen this year, he's been playing for this team forever. The heart and the fight are there, all the time, every game. He did nothing but get better this year. His vision of the field, his leadership and thankfully, his crosses!This team would be stupid not to sign Tino to a decent contract. He is only 24 years old with many more years to put under his belt. I expect to see him in black next season. My only suggestion to him, when things are going bad during a game, keep your head up man!
As for the rest, I guess I will sum it up with the expansion draft. Which will be posted after lunch!
Tommy Soehn: I like the guy. Have met him twice, couldn't be nicer. He did really well in 2007. The players responded to him, he seemed to really help them out. His lineups were consistent and he coached them into a Supporters Shield. Then again, he coached healthy, happy and talented players. Then came this season, 2008. I was on Tommy's side most of the season. Even in the beginning of the season, when things were going horribly wrong, when the chemistry wasn't there. This team didn't play with their heart, they didn't fight to wear that jersey. Who is the one that is suppose to make them understand this and do it? Soehn. I look back and think I knew in the back of my head what the problem was. I think he lost this team after the first few games this season. The winning streak in June was the players finally coming together. I don't think Soehn had anything to do with it. Once the streak was over, the players were injured and everything went to shit, Soehn gave up. He couldn't motivate them, even with a decent lineup. When the team went to San Jose, I wanted to punch someone. We had a decent lineup playing in that game, but no heart, no fight, nothing that made this team worthy of calling them DC United. Who's fault is that, Soehns. He is the one responsible for making a team understand what it is playing for and I don't feel he ever did that. At the end of the season, he was out coached. He put players in that couldn't even stand on their own feet (rod). Basically, he needs to go. And if he doesn't go now, then I say give him a few games next season, and then re-evaluate. If he can't make a healthy DC United win some games and play with some heart, then he can't coach this team.
Players: First and foremost, Santino Quaranta. Unfortunately, I do not remember Tino when he was with the team a couple years ago. From what I got, he barely saw the field anyway. From what I've seen this year, he's been playing for this team forever. The heart and the fight are there, all the time, every game. He did nothing but get better this year. His vision of the field, his leadership and thankfully, his crosses!This team would be stupid not to sign Tino to a decent contract. He is only 24 years old with many more years to put under his belt. I expect to see him in black next season. My only suggestion to him, when things are going bad during a game, keep your head up man!
As for the rest, I guess I will sum it up with the expansion draft. Which will be posted after lunch!
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