http://footytweets.com/easternconference The news and updates in this feed come from all teams in the MLS Eastern Conference on FootyTweets. en-us FootyTweets http://footytweets.com/easternconference http://footytweets.com Chicago youngster to spend a week with Howard, Toffees Hot Commodity Johnson at Everton Sam Stejskal MLSsoccer.com Sean Johnson Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson's busy offseason got a little bit busier on Thursday, when the club announced that the 22-year-old keeper will train with English Premier League club Everton from Dec. 4-10. Johnson has already spent a good deal of time in Europe this offseason, participating in the nine-day US U-23 national team camp in Germany in November. Related:  Agudelo to train with Liverpool Ream to West Brom, Bolton Bunbury trains with Bolton read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/625019 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/625019 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:10:09 +0000 Chicago youngster to spend a week with Howard, Toffees Hot Commodity Johnson at Everton Sam Stejskal MLSsoccer.com Sean Johnson Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson's busy offseason got a little bit busier on Thursday, when the club announced that the 22-year-old keeper will train with English Premier League club Everton from Dec. 4-10. Johnson has already spent a good deal of time in Europe this offseason, participating in the nine-day US U-23 national team camp in Germany in November. Related:  Agudelo to train with Liverpool Ream to West Brom, Bolton Bunbury trains with Bolton read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/625018 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/625018 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:10:08 +0000 Chicago youngster to spend a week with Howard, Toffees Hot Commodity Johnson at Everton Sam Stejskal MLSsoccer.com Sean Johnson Chicago Fire goalkeeper Sean Johnson's busy offseason got a little bit busier on Thursday, when the club announced that the 22-year-old keeper will train with English Premier League club Everton from Dec. 4-10. Johnson has already spent a good deal of time in Europe this offseason, participating in the nine-day US U-23 national team camp in Germany in November. Related:  Agudelo to train with Liverpool Ream to West Brom, Bolton Bunbury trains with Bolton read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/625017 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/625017 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:10:07 +0000 Under Fraser, Goats showed improvement, but undone in the end Tending The Flock CHV: 2011 in Review Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com 2011 in Review: Chivas USA Starting this week, MLSsoccer.com will look back at the 2011 season team by team. We continue our 2011 in Review series today with Chivas USA. Click here for the full archive. Related:  2011 in Review: Q&A w/Fraser Chivas decline option on Jazic WATCH: Best Chivas goals 2011 in Review archives read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624985 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624985 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:21 +0000 With starting GK suspended, Virginia alum takes net for big stretch Restrepo No. 1 at América de Cali Tom Marshall MLSsoccer.com Diego Restrepo is trying to make a name for himself in Colombia's America de Cali. GUADALAJARA, Mexico — University of Virginia alum Diego Restrepo is set for the biggest couple of weeks of his fledgling career after América de Cali's first-choice goalkeeper, Julián Viáfara, has been suspended for six months after testing positive for a banned substance. That means the 23-year-old Under-17 World Cup veteran will step in and start for one of Colombia's most successful clubs in one of the most important months in its history. Related:  Postcard from Mexico: Hoyos working way back from crash Gringo Report: América's Castillo signs with Tijuana read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624984 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624984 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:19 +0000 After up-and-down first year, coach stresses need to cut out errors 2011 in Review: Q&A with Chivas' Fraser Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com 2011 in Review: Robin Fraser CARSON, Calif. – Chivas USA didn't reach MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, but with head coach Robin Fraser at the helm, the Rojiblancos head into next season with stability at the head coaching position for the first time in several years.  Embarking on his 'building' project with the club, Fraser navigated his team to an 8-14-12 record. MLSsoccer.com recently spoke with Fraser following his first full season as head coach Chivas USA to discuss, his first year in charge of the and his plans for the future of his club. Related:  2011 in Review: Chivas USA Chivas decline option on Jazic WATCH: Best Chivas goals 2011 in Review archives read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624983 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624983 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:18 +0000 Under Fraser, Goats showed improvement, but undone in the end Tending The Flock CHV: 2011 in Review Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com 2011 in Review: Chivas USA Starting this week, MLSsoccer.com will look back at the 2011 season team by team. We continue our 2011 in Review series today with Chivas USA. Click here for the full archive. Related:  2011 in Review: Q&A w/Fraser Chivas decline option on Jazic WATCH: Best Chivas goals 2011 in Review archives read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624982 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624982 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:17 +0000 With starting GK suspended, Virginia alum takes net for big stretch Restrepo No. 1 at América de Cali Tom Marshall MLSsoccer.com Diego Restrepo is trying to make a name for himself in Colombia's America de Cali. GUADALAJARA, Mexico — University of Virginia alum Diego Restrepo is set for the biggest couple of weeks of his fledgling career after América de Cali's first-choice goalkeeper, Julián Viáfara, has been suspended for six months after testing positive for a banned substance. That means the 23-year-old Under-17 World Cup veteran will step in and start for one of Colombia's most successful clubs in one of the most important months in its history. Related:  Postcard from Mexico: Hoyos working way back from crash Gringo Report: América's Castillo signs with Tijuana read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624981 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624981 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:16 +0000 After up-and-down first year, coach stresses need to cut out errors 2011 in Review: Q&A with Chivas' Fraser Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com 2011 in Review: Robin Fraser CARSON, Calif. – Chivas USA didn't reach MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, but with head coach Robin Fraser at the helm, the Rojiblancos head into next season with stability at the head coaching position for the first time in several years.  Embarking on his 'building' project with the club, Fraser navigated his team to an 8-14-12 record. MLSsoccer.com recently spoke with Fraser following his first full season as head coach Chivas USA to discuss, his first year in charge of the and his plans for the future of his club. Related:  2011 in Review: Chivas USA Chivas decline option on Jazic WATCH: Best Chivas goals 2011 in Review archives read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624980 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624980 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:14 +0000 Under Fraser, Goats showed improvement, but undone in the end Tending The Flock CHV: 2011 in Review Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com 2011 in Review: Chivas USA Starting this week, MLSsoccer.com will look back at the 2011 season team by team. We continue our 2011 in Review series today with Chivas USA. Click here for the full archive. Related:  2011 in Review: Q&A w/Fraser Chivas decline option on Jazic WATCH: Best Chivas goals 2011 in Review archives read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624979 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624979 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:13 +0000 With starting GK suspended, Virginia alum takes net for big stretch Restrepo No. 1 at América de Cali Tom Marshall MLSsoccer.com Diego Restrepo is trying to make a name for himself in Colombia's America de Cali. GUADALAJARA, Mexico — University of Virginia alum Diego Restrepo is set for the biggest couple of weeks of his fledgling career after América de Cali's first-choice goalkeeper, Julián Viáfara, has been suspended for six months after testing positive for a banned substance. That means the 23-year-old Under-17 World Cup veteran will step in and start for one of Colombia's most successful clubs in one of the most important months in its history. Related:  Postcard from Mexico: Hoyos working way back from crash Gringo Report: América's Castillo signs with Tijuana read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624978 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624978 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:12 +0000 After up-and-down first year, coach stresses need to cut out errors 2011 in Review: Q&A with Chivas' Fraser Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com 2011 in Review: Robin Fraser CARSON, Calif. – Chivas USA didn't reach MLS Cup Playoffs in 2011, but with head coach Robin Fraser at the helm, the Rojiblancos head into next season with stability at the head coaching position for the first time in several years.  Embarking on his 'building' project with the club, Fraser navigated his team to an 8-14-12 record. MLSsoccer.com recently spoke with Fraser following his first full season as head coach Chivas USA to discuss, his first year in charge of the and his plans for the future of his club. Related:  2011 in Review: Chivas USA Chivas decline option on Jazic WATCH: Best Chivas goals 2011 in Review archives read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624977 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624977 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:40:11 +0000 Netminder one of the faces of the franchise headed into 2012 Revs re-sign veteran Reis MLSsoccer.com Matt Reis, New England Revolution - August 17, 2011 The New England Revolution have re-signed veteran goalkeeper Matt Reis, keeping one of the franchise's steadiest players in team colors as they usher in a new era next season under head coach Jay Heaps. The four-time MLS All-Star has played more games in goal (215) – and started more games in goal (214) – than any other Revolution goalkeeper in club history. Reis holds almost every one of the Revs' career goalkeeping records, including goals against average (1.33), wins (80), saves (868), shutouts (55) and saves percentage (.725). Related:  2011 in Review: Q&A w/Burns 2011 in Review: New England Revolution read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624903 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624903 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:10:11 +0000 Netminder one of the faces of the franchise headed into 2012 Revs re-sign veteran Reis MLSsoccer.com Matt Reis, New England Revolution - August 17, 2011 The New England Revolution have re-signed veteran goalkeeper Matt Reis, keeping one of the franchise's steadiest players in team colors as they usher in a new era next season under head coach Jay Heaps. The four-time MLS All-Star has played more games in goal (215) – and started more games in goal (214) – than any other Revolution goalkeeper in club history. Reis holds almost every one of the Revs' career goalkeeping records, including goals against average (1.33), wins (80), saves (868), shutouts (55) and saves percentage (.725). Related:  2011 in Review: Q&A w/Burns 2011 in Review: New England Revolution read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624902 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624902 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:10:07 +0000 Netminder one of the faces of the franchise headed into 2012 Revs re-sign veteran Reis MLSsoccer.com Matt Reis, New England Revolution - August 17, 2011 The New England Revolution have re-signed veteran goalkeeper Matt Reis, keeping one of the franchise's steadiest players in team colors as they usher in a new era next season under head coach Jay Heaps. The four-time MLS All-Star has played more games in goal (215) – and started more games in goal (214) – than any other Revolution goalkeeper in club history. Reis holds almost every one of the Revs' career goalkeeping records, including goals against average (1.33), wins (80), saves (868), shutouts (55) and saves percentage (.725). Related:  2011 in Review: Q&A w/Burns 2011 in Review: New England Revolution read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624901 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624901 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:10:06 +0000 South American reports say that Timbers in pursuit of "El Tren" Valencia's son Train-Spotting The Kick Off Simon Borg MLSsoccer.com Kick Off - Jose Adolfo Valencia Remember ex-MLS forward Adolfo “El Trenâ€Â� Valencia? Well, his son José Adolfo Valencia looks to be the latest Colombian to join the Portland Timbers, according to reports from that country. (SPANISH) read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624888 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624888 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:40:10 +0000 South American reports say that Timbers in pursuit of "El Tren" Valencia's son Train-Spotting The Kick Off Simon Borg MLSsoccer.com Kick Off - Jose Adolfo Valencia Remember ex-MLS forward Adolfo “El Trenâ€Â� Valencia? Well, his son José Adolfo Valencia looks to be the latest Colombian to join the Portland Timbers, according to reports from that country. (SPANISH) read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624887 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624887 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:40:09 +0000 South American reports say that Timbers in pursuit of "El Tren" Valencia's son Train-Spotting The Kick Off Simon Borg MLSsoccer.com Kick Off - Jose Adolfo Valencia Remember ex-MLS forward Adolfo “El Trenâ€Â� Valencia? Well, his son José Adolfo Valencia looks to be the latest Colombian to join the Portland Timbers, according to reports from that country. (SPANISH) read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624886 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624886 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:40:07 +0000 Red Bull Academy's Wade gets stoppage-time equalizer US U-17s rally vs. France MLSsoccer.com The US U-17 national team fought back for a last-gasp 2-2 draw with France in the first match of the 2011 Nike International Friendlies at the Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch, Fla. Wesley Wade of the New York Red Bulls' academy got the equalizer with the last kick of the game, as he slotted home a loose ball after a long throw-in from Shaquell Moore. DeAndre Robinson had opened the scoring for the US in the 25th minute, but France rallied to take a 2-1 lead into second-half stoppage time. Related:  US soccer match report Agudelo reveals offseason training plans with Liverpool read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624748 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624748 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 03:10:08 +0000 Red Bull Academy's Wade gets stoppage-time equalizer US U-17s rally vs. France MLSsoccer.com The US U-17 national team fought back for a last-gasp 2-2 draw with France in the first match of the 2011 Nike International Friendlies at the Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch, Fla. Wesley Wade of the New York Red Bulls' academy got the equalizer with the last kick of the game, as he slotted home a loose ball after a long throw-in from Shaquell Moore. DeAndre Robinson had opened the scoring for the US in the 25th minute, but France rallied to take a 2-1 lead into second-half stoppage time. Related:  US soccer match report Agudelo reveals offseason training plans with Liverpool read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624747 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624747 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 03:10:07 +0000 Red Bull Academy's Wade gets stoppage-time equalizer US U-17s rally vs. France MLSsoccer.com The US U-17 national team fought back for a last-gasp 2-2 draw with France in the first match of the 2011 Nike International Friendlies at the Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch, Fla. Wesley Wade of the New York Red Bulls' academy got the equalizer with the last kick of the game, as he slotted home a loose ball after a long throw-in from Shaquell Moore. DeAndre Robinson had opened the scoring for the US in the 25th minute, but France rallied to take a 2-1 lead into second-half stoppage time. Related:  US soccer match report Agudelo reveals offseason training plans with Liverpool read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624746 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624746 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 03:10:06 +0000 FCD coach happy to keep veteran in fold as player-coach in 2012 Hyndman: Hernandez a born leader Adam Crouch Special to MLSsoccer.com FCD's Daniel Hernandez looks to pass the ball against Houston. To many observers, this offseason seemed to portend the end of the Daniel Hernandez era in Dallas. But the truth is, his time with FCD has just begun. Hernandez and the team agreed to a three-year deal on Wednesday that will keep the veteran midfielder at Pizza Hut Park. Hernandez will continue to play for FC Dallas in 2012, but will ultimately transition to a role as an assistant coach under manager Schellas Hyndman. Related:  FCD re-sign Hernandez to three-year player-coach deal All the latest offseason transactions read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624737 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624737 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:40:05 +0000 FCD coach happy to keep veteran in fold as player-coach in 2012 Hyndman: Hernandez a born leader Adam Crouch Special to MLSsoccer.com FCD's Daniel Hernandez looks to pass the ball against Houston. To many observers, this offseason seemed to portend the end of the Daniel Hernandez era in Dallas. But the truth is, his time with FCD has just begun. Hernandez and the team agreed to a three-year deal on Wednesday that will keep the veteran midfielder at Pizza Hut Park. Hernandez will continue to play for FC Dallas in 2012, but will ultimately transition to a role as an assistant coach under manager Schellas Hyndman. Related:  FCD re-sign Hernandez to three-year player-coach deal All the latest offseason transactions read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624736 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624736 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:40:04 +0000 FCD coach happy to keep veteran in fold as player-coach in 2012 Hyndman: Hernandez a born leader Adam Crouch Special to MLSsoccer.com FCD's Daniel Hernandez looks to pass the ball against Houston. To many observers, this offseason seemed to portend the end of the Daniel Hernandez era in Dallas. But the truth is, his time with FCD has just begun. Hernandez and the team agreed to a three-year deal on Wednesday that will keep the veteran midfielder at Pizza Hut Park. Hernandez will continue to play for FC Dallas in 2012, but will ultimately transition to a role as an assistant coach under manager Schellas Hyndman. Related:  FCD re-sign Hernandez to three-year player-coach deal All the latest offseason transactions read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624735 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624735 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:40:02 +0000 RBNY, US forward headed to Anfield on Thurs. for training stint Red Is The Color Agudelo at Liverpool MLSsoccer.com Agudelo celebra ante TFC Shortly after a training stint with Stuttgart in Germany, New York Red Bulls teen sensation Juan Agudelo will don another red kit during the offseason. The 19-year-old forward revealed on Twitter on Wednesday that he'll be joining Premier League side Liverpool FC for some more offseason training in an effort to stay sharp, according to US head coach Jurgen Klinsmann's wishes for all USMNT players to stay active. Related:  Ream set for stints with EPL sides KC's Bunbury to train with Bolton Pelosi begins his Liverpool career Postcard: Bendik eyes MLS trials read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624725 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624725 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:40:05 +0000 RBNY, US forward headed to Anfield on Thurs. for training stint Red Is The Color Agudelo at Liverpool MLSsoccer.com Agudelo celebra ante TFC Shortly after a training stint with Stuttgart in Germany, New York Red Bulls teen sensation Juan Agudelo will don another red kit during the offseason. The 19-year-old forward revealed on Twitter on Wednesday that he'll be joining Premier League side Liverpool FC for some more offseason training in an effort to stay sharp, according to US head coach Jurgen Klinsmann's wishes for all USMNT players to stay active. Related:  Ream set for stints with EPL sides KC's Bunbury to train with Bolton Pelosi begins his Liverpool career Postcard: Bendik eyes MLS trials read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624724 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624724 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:40:04 +0000 RBNY, US forward headed to Anfield on Thurs. for training stint Red Is The Color Agudelo at Liverpool MLSsoccer.com Agudelo celebra ante TFC Shortly after a training stint with Stuttgart in Germany, New York Red Bulls teen sensation Juan Agudelo will don another red kit during the offseason. The 19-year-old forward revealed on Twitter on Wednesday that he'll be joining Premier League side Liverpool FC for some more offseason training in an effort to stay sharp, according to US head coach Jurgen Klinsmann's wishes for all USMNT players to stay active. Related:  Ream set for stints with EPL sides KC's Bunbury to train with Bolton Pelosi begins his Liverpool career Postcard: Bendik eyes MLS trials read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624723 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624723 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:40:03 +0000 Veteran to play at least one more season before moving to sideline FCD re-sign Hernandez as player-coach MLSsoccer.com FC Dallas midfielder Daniel Hernandez FC Dallas midfielder and captain Daniel Hernandez is leader on the field, and now he'll be a leader on the sideline, too. On Wednesday, the club announced they had signed Hernandez, 34, to a three-year contract as a player-coach. The new deal will see the 13-year veteran suit up as a player for at least one more season before joining head coach Schellas Hyndman on the bench. Related:  All the latest offseason transactions FC Dallas escape Expansion Draft unscathed this time Toronto FC deal for FC Dallas defender Hall MLS announces players available in Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624689 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624689 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:10:10 +0000 Veteran to play at least one more season before moving to sideline FCD re-sign Hernandez as player-coach MLSsoccer.com FC Dallas midfielder Daniel Hernandez FC Dallas midfielder and captain Daniel Hernandez is leader on the field, and now he'll be a leader on the sideline, too. On Wednesday, the club announced they had signed Hernandez, 34, to a three-year contract as a player-coach. The new deal will see the 13-year veteran suit up as a player for at least one more season before joining head coach Schellas Hyndman on the bench. Related:  All the latest offseason transactions FC Dallas escape Expansion Draft unscathed this time Toronto FC deal for FC Dallas defender Hall MLS announces players available in Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624688 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624688 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:10:09 +0000 Veteran to play at least one more season before moving to sideline FCD re-sign Hernandez as player-coach MLSsoccer.com FC Dallas midfielder Daniel Hernandez FC Dallas midfielder and captain Daniel Hernandez is leader on the field, and now he'll be a leader on the sideline, too. On Wednesday, the club announced they had signed Hernandez, 34, to a three-year contract as a player-coach. The new deal will see the 13-year veteran suit up as a player for at least one more season before joining head coach Schellas Hyndman on the bench. Related:  All the latest offseason transactions FC Dallas escape Expansion Draft unscathed this time Toronto FC deal for FC Dallas defender Hall MLS announces players available in Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624687 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624687 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:10:08 +0000 New England front office optimistic stalwarts will return in 2012 Joseph, Reis closer to deals with Revs Kyle McCarthy MLSsoccer.com Shalrie Joseph (left) and Matt Reis are inching closer to a new contract with the New England Revolution New England stalwarts Shalrie Joseph and Matt Reis appear close to sealing a return to the Revolution in 2012. Joseph (out-of-contract) and Reis (option year) entered the offseason with some measure of uncertainty about their futures with the club, but Revolution general manager Michael Burns said the club believes that both players will return next season. Related:  2011 in Review: New England Revolution Heaps thrilled to take coaching reins at New England read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624668 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624668 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:40:13 +0000 Spector, Cherundolo fall on road; Friedel's Spurs stunned at home Rough day for Yanks in Europa League Greg Seltzer MLSsoccer.com Jonathan Spector of Birmingham City AMSTERDAM — It was not a very fruitful Wednesday night for clubs that employ Americans seeking passage to the Europa League knockout phase. Jonathan Spector and Birmingham City slipping to third in a contentious Group H with a tough 1-0 loss at Braga in Portugal. With the US international holding down right back, the Brums failed to capitalize on several chances, including a first half Nikola Zigic penalty kick. In the end, it was Hugo Viana's deflected 51st-minute strike that decided matters. Related:  Postcard from Europe: Bendik eyes trials in MLS American Exports: Findley, Forest fall hard to Leeds read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624667 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624667 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:40:12 +0000 New England front office optimistic stalwarts will return in 2012 Joseph, Reis closer to deals with Revs Kyle McCarthy MLSsoccer.com Shalrie Joseph (left) and Matt Reis are inching closer to a new contract with the New England Revolution New England stalwarts Shalrie Joseph and Matt Reis appear close to sealing a return to the Revolution in 2012. Joseph (out-of-contract) and Reis (option year) entered the offseason with some measure of uncertainty about their futures with the club, but Revolution general manager Michael Burns said the club believes that both players will return next season. Related:  2011 in Review: New England Revolution Heaps thrilled to take coaching reins at New England read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624666 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624666 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:40:11 +0000 Spector, Cherundolo fall on road; Friedel's Spurs stunned at home Rough day for Yanks in Europa League Greg Seltzer MLSsoccer.com Jonathan Spector of Birmingham City AMSTERDAM — It was not a very fruitful Wednesday night for clubs that employ Americans seeking passage to the Europa League knockout phase. Jonathan Spector and Birmingham City slipping to third in a contentious Group H with a tough 1-0 loss at Braga in Portugal. With the US international holding down right back, the Brums failed to capitalize on several chances, including a first half Nikola Zigic penalty kick. In the end, it was Hugo Viana's deflected 51st-minute strike that decided matters. Related:  Postcard from Europe: Bendik eyes trials in MLS American Exports: Findley, Forest fall hard to Leeds read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624665 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624665 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:40:10 +0000 New England front office optimistic stalwarts will return in 2012 Joseph, Reis closer to deals with Revs Kyle McCarthy MLSsoccer.com Shalrie Joseph (left) and Matt Reis are inching closer to a new contract with the New England Revolution New England stalwarts Shalrie Joseph and Matt Reis appear close to sealing a return to the Revolution in 2012. Joseph (out-of-contract) and Reis (option year) entered the offseason with some measure of uncertainty about their futures with the club, but Revolution general manager Michael Burns said the club believes that both players will return next season. Related:  2011 in Review: New England Revolution Heaps thrilled to take coaching reins at New England read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624664 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624664 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:40:09 +0000 Spector, Cherundolo fall on road; Friedel's Spurs stunned at home Rough day for Yanks in Europa League Greg Seltzer MLSsoccer.com Jonathan Spector of Birmingham City AMSTERDAM — It was not a very fruitful Wednesday night for clubs that employ Americans seeking passage to the Europa League knockout phase. Jonathan Spector and Birmingham City slipping to third in a contentious Group H with a tough 1-0 loss at Braga in Portugal. With the US international holding down right back, the Brums failed to capitalize on several chances, including a first half Nikola Zigic penalty kick. In the end, it was Hugo Viana's deflected 51st-minute strike that decided matters. Related:  Postcard from Europe: Bendik eyes trials in MLS American Exports: Findley, Forest fall hard to Leeds read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624663 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624663 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:40:05 +0000 FW a bruising presence up top, MF could solve right wing problem SJ excited to bring Lenhart, Salinas back Geoff Lepper MLSsoccer.com Chris Wondolowski and Stephen Lenhart SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes dipped into their past Wednesday to help restock their future, signing out-of-contract forward Steven Lenhart to a new deal and trading allocation money to Vancouver in exchange for former Quakes midfielder Shea Salinas. The Lenhart deal, while not unexpected, was still big news for the Quakes, who went 4-3-6 with the bruising forward in their starting lineup. Related:  Quakes reaquire Salinas from 'Caps, re-sign Lenhart New Earthquakes stadium to feature field-level suites MLS announces players available in Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624642 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624642 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:10:20 +0000 Veteran left back among six players available for Re-Entry Draft Goats decline Jazic's option Chivas USA Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com Ante Jazic CARSON, Calif. – Chivas USA declined the contract options for six players on Wednesday, making them available for the MLS Re-Entry Draft on Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. Highlighting the list is left back Ante Jazic, who enjoyed the finest season of his six-year MLS career. Jazic made 28 appearances for the Goats in 2011 and led the club with seven assists. The choice to decline Jazic's option is a monetary decision, and Chivas will likely try to bring the defender back at a reduced salary. Related:  Goats continue to shuffle deck on 2011 roster MLS announces players available for Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624641 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624641 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:10:19 +0000 FW a bruising presence up top, MF could solve right wing problem SJ excited to bring Lenhart, Salinas back Geoff Lepper MLSsoccer.com Chris Wondolowski and Stephen Lenhart SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes dipped into their past Wednesday to help restock their future, signing out-of-contract forward Steven Lenhart to a new deal and trading allocation money to Vancouver in exchange for former Quakes midfielder Shea Salinas. The Lenhart deal, while not unexpected, was still big news for the Quakes, who went 4-3-6 with the bruising forward in their starting lineup. Related:  Quakes reaquire Salinas from 'Caps, re-sign Lenhart New Earthquakes stadium to feature field-level suites MLS announces players available in Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624640 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624640 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:10:18 +0000 Veteran left back among six players available for Re-Entry Draft Goats decline Jazic's option Chivas USA Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com Ante Jazic CARSON, Calif. – Chivas USA declined the contract options for six players on Wednesday, making them available for the MLS Re-Entry Draft on Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. Highlighting the list is left back Ante Jazic, who enjoyed the finest season of his six-year MLS career. Jazic made 28 appearances for the Goats in 2011 and led the club with seven assists. The choice to decline Jazic's option is a monetary decision, and Chivas will likely try to bring the defender back at a reduced salary. Related:  Goats continue to shuffle deck on 2011 roster MLS announces players available for Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624639 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624639 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:10:17 +0000 FW a bruising presence up top, MF could solve right wing problem SJ excited to bring Lenhart, Salinas back Geoff Lepper MLSsoccer.com Chris Wondolowski and Stephen Lenhart SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes dipped into their past Wednesday to help restock their future, signing out-of-contract forward Steven Lenhart to a new deal and trading allocation money to Vancouver in exchange for former Quakes midfielder Shea Salinas. The Lenhart deal, while not unexpected, was still big news for the Quakes, who went 4-3-6 with the bruising forward in their starting lineup. Related:  Quakes reaquire Salinas from 'Caps, re-sign Lenhart New Earthquakes stadium to feature field-level suites MLS announces players available in Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624638 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624638 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:10:15 +0000 Veteran left back among six players available for Re-Entry Draft Goats decline Jazic's option Chivas USA Adam Serrano MLSsoccer.com Ante Jazic CARSON, Calif. – Chivas USA declined the contract options for six players on Wednesday, making them available for the MLS Re-Entry Draft on Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. Highlighting the list is left back Ante Jazic, who enjoyed the finest season of his six-year MLS career. Jazic made 28 appearances for the Goats in 2011 and led the club with seven assists. The choice to decline Jazic's option is a monetary decision, and Chivas will likely try to bring the defender back at a reduced salary. Related:  Goats continue to shuffle deck on 2011 roster MLS announces players available for Re-Entry Process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624637 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624637 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:10:14 +0000 Vancouver trade Salinas to San Jose, put six on Re-Entry Draft list 'Caps go into rebuild mode Vancouver Whitecaps Martin MacMahon MLSsoccer.com whitecaps president bob lenarduzzi VANCOUVER, B.C. -- The Vancouver Whitecaps had a busy Wednesday, trading winger Shea Salinas to the San Jose Earthquakes in exchange for allocation money and putting six players on the Re-Entry Draft list. Salinas, arguably one of the most exciting dribblers in Major League Soccer, played 26 games for the Whitecaps this season, with the Texan picking up one goal and three assists. Related:  San Jose reacquire Salinas, re-sign Lenhart MLS announces players available for Re-Entry process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624605 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624605 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:40:09 +0000 Vancouver trade Salinas to San Jose, put six on Re-Entry Draft list 'Caps go into rebuild mode Vancouver Whitecaps Martin MacMahon MLSsoccer.com whitecaps president bob lenarduzzi VANCOUVER, B.C. -- The Vancouver Whitecaps had a busy Wednesday, trading winger Shea Salinas to the San Jose Earthquakes in exchange for allocation money and putting six players on the Re-Entry Draft list. Salinas, arguably one of the most exciting dribblers in Major League Soccer, played 26 games for the Whitecaps this season, with the Texan picking up one goal and three assists. Related:  San Jose reacquire Salinas, re-sign Lenhart MLS announces players available for Re-Entry process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624604 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624604 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:40:05 +0000 Vancouver trade Salinas to San Jose, put six on Re-Entry Draft list 'Caps go into rebuild mode Vancouver Whitecaps Martin MacMahon MLSsoccer.com whitecaps president bob lenarduzzi VANCOUVER, B.C. -- The Vancouver Whitecaps had a busy Wednesday, trading winger Shea Salinas to the San Jose Earthquakes in exchange for allocation money and putting six players on the Re-Entry Draft list. Salinas, arguably one of the most exciting dribblers in Major League Soccer, played 26 games for the Whitecaps this season, with the Texan picking up one goal and three assists. Related:  San Jose reacquire Salinas, re-sign Lenhart MLS announces players available for Re-Entry process read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624603 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624603 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:40:04 +0000 Stay up to date with all the moves around MLS this winter Offseason Moves Transactions MLSsoccer.com Click HERE to see all 2011 In-season transactions IN:  OUT:  read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624588 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624588 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:10:12 +0000 Despite packed schedule, New England youngsters grab early wins Revs Academy starts strong Kyle McCarthy MLSsoccer.com New England Revolution's U-16 side vs Met Oval U-16 Photo by Keith Nordstrom/New England Revolution FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The compressed fall schedule presents several challenges for the New England Revolution academy program as the 2011-2012 U.S. Soccer Development Academy season commences. Related:  Future is now for teenage sensation Fagundez 2011 in Review: New England Revolution WATCH: Revs' best goals of 2011 read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624587 http://footytweets.com/kansas_city/news/624587 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:10:11 +0000 Stay up to date with all the moves around MLS this winter Offseason Moves Transactions MLSsoccer.com Click HERE to see all 2011 In-season transactions IN:  OUT:  read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624586 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624586 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:10:10 +0000 Despite packed schedule, New England youngsters grab early wins Revs Academy starts strong Kyle McCarthy MLSsoccer.com New England Revolution's U-16 side vs Met Oval U-16 Photo by Keith Nordstrom/New England Revolution FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The compressed fall schedule presents several challenges for the New England Revolution academy program as the 2011-2012 U.S. Soccer Development Academy season commences. Related:  Future is now for teenage sensation Fagundez 2011 in Review: New England Revolution WATCH: Revs' best goals of 2011 read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624585 http://footytweets.com/columbus_crew/news/624585 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:10:09 +0000 Stay up to date with all the moves around MLS this winter Offseason Moves Transactions MLSsoccer.com Click HERE to see all 2011 In-season transactions IN:  OUT:  read more. For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624584 http://footytweets.com/chicago/news/624584 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:10:07 +0000