Category Archives: MLS

Charlie Davies files $20 million suit for injuries

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

DC United striker Charlie Davies has filed a $20 million lawsuit against the owner of a nightclub and the company that hosted a party at which alcohol was served to the driver responsible for a car accident that severely injured … finish reading Charlie Davies files $20 million suit for injuries

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Real Salt Lake’s Beckerman suspended 3 games for headbutt

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP)  Real Salt Lake midfielder Kyle Beckerman has been suspended three games and fined $1,250 for head-butting Daniel Paladini of the Chicago Fire. Beckerman was automatically suspended for one game and fined $250 for receiving a red card in the 11th … finish reading Real Salt Lake’s Beckerman suspended 3 games for headbutt

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Bobblehead throwing fans arrested

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Two men have been charged in an incident in which the Sporting Kansas City goalkeeper was hit in the face with a bobblehead doll thrown from the stands according to an AP report. Cody Wente was charged Friday in Wyandotte County … finish reading Bobblehead throwing fans arrested

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New MLS designated player salary calculations encourage expansion

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

MLS is continually looking for ways to inject new life into the league and encourage teams to take chances on bringing young players into the mix.  This latest step might be a good start but it seems like the league … finish reading New MLS designated player salary calculations encourage expansion

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Prosecutors urge court to uphold Bonds conviction

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Not surprisingly, Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to uphold the jury verdict which found Barry Bonds guilty of obstruction of justice. Bonds has asked that the verdict be thrown out or that he be granted a new trial. Seems … finish reading Prosecutors urge court to uphold Bonds conviction

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Coach John Spencer of MLS received fine and ban

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Mauri Miller

John Spencer, coach of the Portland Timbers, was fined $2,500 and received a one game ban for comments regarding the officiating during his Timbers’ 1-0 loss to the Colorado Rapids. In addition to saying, “poor, poor performance by the referee,” … finish reading Coach John Spencer of MLS received fine and ban

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Josh Williams (Columbus Crew) Suspended 10 Games by MLS

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Major League Soccer suspended Columbus Crew defender Josh Williams 10 games and fined him 10 percent of his salary for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance. The league said Williams purchased and ingested the banned over-the-counter supplement methandienone metabolites.

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MLS declines to match world calendar, will not use relegation/promotion

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Major League Soccer has no intention to institute promotion and relegation and will not eliminate conferences to match other leagues in the world. Speaking Thursday with the Associated Press Sports Editors, MLS president Mark Abbott said “promotion-relegation is not something … finish reading MLS declines to match world calendar, will not use relegation/promotion

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Landon Donovan files for divorce

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Divorce always cause a lot of curiosity among the fans and the media and there is always speculation about the cause of the split and also whether or not there was going to be any impact on the athlete’s performance. … finish reading Landon Donovan files for divorce

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MLS gets good grade in diversity report

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Roy Kessel

MLS has received good grades from the Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sports at Central Florida University. As reported by the AP, Richard Lapchick, the Institute’s director and author of the study, said MLS has some of the best diversity … finish reading MLS gets good grade in diversity report

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Toronto FC to give out free tix

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Roy Kessel

In an effort to make up for a season ticket holder revolt over a price hike, Toronto FC has sent an email to its season ticket holder base letting them know that the club will not raise prices and will be … finish reading Toronto FC to give out free tix

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Chivas forward Gordon suspended

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Chivas USA forward Alan Gordon has received a 2 game suspension and fine from MLS for his actions against Toronto FC defender Adrian Cann.  Gordon will be fined $1,000. He received a caution from referees, and the MLS disciplinary committee … finish reading Chivas forward Gordon suspended

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