Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
On the up and up
Despite a host of obstacles, the resurgent Seattle Sounders enhanced their postseason credentials by scoring their fourth straight victory, a 1-0 triumph away to Cascadia Cup rivals Vancouver Whitecaps.
Sudden Impact
The previously struggling Montreal Impact won for the second game in four days, topping Orlando City 1-0 on Sunday. The result also ended the home side's playoff hopes, which has seriously bummed out Lions star Kaka.
Walker, Texas ranger
FC Dallas defender Walker Zimmerman pitched in with a a strong two-way performance to help the Supporters' Shield leaders post a 1-0 shutout win over visiting LA Galaxy on Saturday.
Captain fantastic
Red Bulls skipper Dax McCarty put on a star show to guide his team to the top of the East with a 3-2 victory over Philadelphia.
Three in a row
D.C. United continued their hot streak with a 2-1 victory away to Toronto FC. Ben Olsen's men are now in position to set their sights on potentially hosting an Eastern Conference Knockout Round match.
Playoff procedure
After they secured a postseason berth by blanking the Portland Timbers 1-0, the Colorado Rapids were treating it as just another step toward MLS Cup.
Engines Revved
With their three stars leading the way, the New England Revolution pulled to within three points of the last playoff spot in the East with a 3-1 home win against Sporting KC.
Stayin' alive
The San Jose Earthquakes remained in the postseason hunt thanks to a 2-1 victory over guests Real Salt Lake on Saturday night.
Stayin' alive, Pt. 2
Following a 3-0 win over visiting rivals Chicago Fire, Columbus Crew SC boss Gregg Berhalter reminded his charges that they still have hope of making the playoffs, although they'll need to win out and hope for some help.
Around the horn
Per usual, Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle has offered up his weekend review of the MLS Week 30 action.
Bradley takes over Swansea
News broke on Monday morning that former MLS and US national team head coach Bob Bradley will become the first American to manage in the English Premier League, taking over for Francesco Guidolin at Swansea.
Manchester scene
Sky Sports claims that FC Dallas are considering a move for Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger. At the same time, the Red Devils are reportedly scouting Vancouver wunderkind Alphonso Davies. Across town, word has it Man City playmaker Samir Nasri is prepared to spurn offers from China for his preferred move to MLS.
Big Sam looking west
According to The Mirror, former England manager Sam Allardyce would like to resurrect his career by coaching in America.
And to the Republic...
Calen Carr visits Sacramento to check in on the local USL side's quest to join MLS in the latest episode of The Movement.
23 skidoo
US national team manager Jurgen Klinsmann has called up 23 players for their historic friendly in Cuba although Alejandro Bedoya on Monday had to withdraw due to injury. Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle says the roster represents an improvement on previous selections.
Cottage tale
Though they'd eventually fall late, Fulham defender Tim Ream temporarily pulled the hosts level with his first goal in England.
The shirts off their backs
Numerous MLS stars – including Kaka, Michael Bradley, Robbie Keane and Didier Drogba – have put game-worn and signed jerseys up for auction to benefit MLS Works' Kick Childhood Cancer campaign.
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