Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Goal and Save of the Year go to …
Hector Villalba has fired expansion darlings Atlanta United to another win, winning the 2017 AT&T Goal of the Year. The attacker got the nod for a corking July winner against Orlando City. WATCH VIDEO
Brad Guzan made it a Wednesday sweep for the Five Stripes by taking home Save of the Year honors for a crazy stop on Red Bulls star Bradley Wright-Phillips last month. WATCH VIDEO
How did Deuce cap his Comeback?
Seattle star Clint Dempsey was named as MLS Comeback Player of the Year on Wednesday. The 34-year-old, who notched a team-high 12 goals this season, narrowly outpaced Columbus playmaker Federico Higuain in the voting. READ MORE
As if that wasn't enough good news for a day, Dempsey also reportedly inked a contract extension that will see him back with the Sounders next year. READ MORE
Altidore's Conference Championships (Leg 1) suspension upheld
After hearing the news that star striker Jozy Altidore's suspension appeal was denied, Toronto FC went straight to acceptance as they work to continue their run through the Audi 2017 MLS Cup Playoffs. READ MORE
Former Dynamo forward Bruin out to bounce Houston
Some players like to tread lightly when discussing big matches against former employers, but not Will Bruin. The former Dynamo striker says he'd relish brushing his old club aside to help Seattle seal an MLS Cup return. READ MORE
Vermes' offseason quest: A new striker for SKC
Sporting KC boss Peter Vermes is making no secret of his desire to hunt down a reliable goal-getter during the offseason. The team stood second-lowest in offensive production among all playoff teams and were shut out by Houston in the Knockout Round. READ MORE
Taking USMNT inventory
The US national team is now down for the year, a fact that compelled Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle to work up a new depth chart with an eye toward the future. READ MORE
Who are the NCAA gems?
With the NCAA men's soccer tournament set to get underway on Thursday, Sam Stejskal has conjured up a list of six players who could follow championship tourney runs with impactful MLS careers. READ MORE
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