Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Week 8 honor roll
Orlando City and Toronto FC dominated our MLSsoccer.com Power Rankings, each placing three players on the squad. Seattle also earned multiple nods, with Clint Dempsey and Nicolas Lodeiro making the cut. READ MORE
Midfield driving FC Dallas, Diaz on track
A big reason that FC Dallas stands as the last remaining unbeaten side in MLS is the influential midfield partnership between Kellyn Acosta and Carlos Gruezo. Says head coach Oscar Pareja: "If you track the amount of balls that [Carlos] gives back to us, it’s amazing.” READ MORE
Speaking of FC Dallas, their fans got some cautiously exciting news on Monday. Ace playmaker Mauro Diaz, who has been out since tearing his Achilles' last October, is back near full training with his teammates. READ MORE
Men down: Rimando, Wingert, Artur
Real Salt Lake have already had more than their fair share of man games lost this season, especially at the back. And the problem has gotten worse before it can get better, with netminder Nick Rimando and defender Chris Wingert sustaining knocks in Saturday's loss to Atlanta. READ MORE
Meanwhile, Columbus suffered more than defeat during their weekend visit to the New York Red Bulls. While rookie standout Alex Crognale's ankle sprain does not seem serious, midfielder Artur looks set for a spell on the shelf with a broken wrist. READ MORE
Vanney, Giovinco talk it out
Sebastian Giovinco drew plenty of attention during Toronto FC's weekend win over Chicago, both for his pair of goal and the irate reaction he displayed when being subbed out late. However, Reds boss Greg Vanney relayed on Monday that the two came to an understanding while discussing the incident. READ MORE
Report: Crew SC browsing Santos attacker
A Brazilian report claims Columbus are showing interest in Santos playmaker Rafael Longuine. The 26-year-old will soon run out of contract, but has been discussing an extension with the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A runners-up. READ MORE (Portugese)
Tickets added for US-T&T qualifier
Dick's Sporting Goods Park is installing extra seats for the US national team's June 8 World Cup qualifier against Trinidad & Tobago, meaning additional seats will be up for sale starting at 12 p.m. ET on Tuesday. READ MORE
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