Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Best man toast
New York City FC sniper David Villa was honored as the 2016 MLS MVP on Tuesday. Arielle Castillo writes that Villa, as the leader of his club, is a fitting winner.
Going away party
Before they head to Toronto for MLS Cup, the Seattle Sounders will enjoy a supporter send-off on Wednesday.
Jordan rules
Seattle phenom Jordan Morris discussed how he stayed confident during a slow start to the season.
The silencer
The Star details how Toronto FC strike ace Jozy Altidore has hushed his critics with top-shelf play this season.
The blueprints
Charles Boehm recaps how MLS Cup contestants Seattle and Toronto FC built their rosters.
Four more years
FC Dallas has signed 2016 Defender of the Year Matt Hedges to a contract extension through 2020.
Signing off, Take 2
After a brief comeback with the L.A. Galaxy, Landon Donovan is reportedly headed back into retirement.
Portland plan
While some MLS clubs may spend the offseason hunting for big name additions, Portland are planning to restock their line-up with practical signings.
Mock-ed up
The local MLS blogs in Atlanta and Minnesota teamed up for a mock expansion draft exercise.
United state
Atlanta United may not be done making acquisition headlines; they're apparently still on course to land PSV Eindhoven's Mexico star Andres Guardado in January. Local daily Atlanta Journal-Constitution writes that the expansion team's aggressive player hunt is part of a two-year plan to be competitive on short order.
Digging your scene
MLS commish Don Garber will reportedly join the Mayor of St. Paul when Minnesota United break ground for a new stadium on Monday.
Expansion fever
Both North Carolina FC and the Tampa Bay Rowdies have announced their intentions of bidding for an MLS franchise.
High stakes, high-tech
Fox Sports will broadcast MLS Cup in virtual reality, which includes a replay feature integrated into this weekend’s broadcast.
Nailed it!
Speaking of Fox Sports, sideline reporter Julie Stewart-Binks is all set for the big game after getting a special MLS Cup manicure.
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