Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
NYCFC cruise at home
New York City FC stayed undefeated to start 2018. | USA Today Images
Eastern Conference leaders New York City FC rolled on with a midweek 4-0 romp over visiting Real Salt Lake. With key men David Villa and Alexander Ring starting on the bench, it was a display of depth that included first NYCFC goals from from stand-ins Jo Inge Berget and Ebenezer Ofori. READ MORE | RECAP
Martinez in doubt for weekend
Next up to take a shot at NYCFC, Atlanta United suddenly have a potentially major injury concern. Goal monster Josef Martinez left Wednesday's training session with his arm in an air cast and the club isn't yet sure how badly he's hurt. READ MORE
Wiebe: TFC are CCL favorites now
Still buzzing over Toronto FC's CONCACAF Champions League final berth, Andrew Wiebe writes that they should now be considered the favorites and must follow through on that status to bring the title home. READ MORE
Gashi back in Rapids selection
Shkelzen Gashi will be looking to impress new head coach Anthony Hudson. | USA Today Images
Toronto FC's next league opponents, Colorado, are hoping to return a key man this weekend. Coach Anthony Hudson says DP forward Shkelzen Gashi is now properly ready to make his season debut. READ MORE
Over in Los Angeles…
The LA Galaxy have officially inked a fresh three-year deal with strike ace Ola Kamara. Acquired in an offseason trade with Columbus, the Norway international has 36 goals in 68 career MLS matches. READ MORE
Meanwhile, LAFC signing Andre Horta is building form ahead of his summer move over from Benfica. Currently on loan at Braga, the youngster was named Liga NOS Midfielder of the Month for March. READ MORE
Wage demands cooling Torres interest?
Sports Illustrated's Grant Wahl reports that MLS interest in impending Atletico Madrid free agent Fernando Torres is lukewarm thus far due to the high salary tag hung by his agent. READ MORE
Loons seal Gomez loan
Minnesota United have completed a loan-plus buy option deal to acquire versatile Peruvian Alexi Gomez from Universitario de Deportes. READ MORE
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