Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Late deals on the way?
The trade deadline is quickly approaching – the Primary Transfer Window shuts May 1. | USA TODAY Sports Images
With Major League Soccer's transfer deadline now just a week away, Bobby Warshaw (and friends) have come up with a handful of trade recommendations for clubs that either have needs or are holding significant chips. READ MORE
Despite all the fine suggestions, National Writer Paul Tenorio has word from some MLS general managers that we shouldn't expect many moves before the deadline hits next week. READ MORE
Barco only getting started in ATL
While Atlanta United boss Tata Martino was full of praise after the solid debut start made by Ezequiel Barco in their weekend win over the LA Galaxy, team captain Michael Parkhurst promised there's so much more to come from the prized youngster. READ MORE
Week 8 Team of the Week
Following a 6-0 rout of Vancouver, Sporting KC were the only club to land two players on our MLS Team of the Week. The only player to repeat from last week's XI was Atlanta United ace Miguel Almiron. READ MORE
Felipe: Time for 'Caps to "show up and show life"
Fresh off the very same humbling at Sporting KC that extended their losing streak to three games, Vancouver midfielder Felipe declared that every member of the squad needs to raise intensity in order to put the team back on the right track. "If you're not embarrassed or you're not mad about the result and the way it ended, you shouldn't be here," he stated. READ MORE
Dynamo nab Luis Gil on loan
Houston have moved to amp up their midfield depth, sealing a loan deal to land MLS veteran Luis Gil from Queretaro. The 24-year-old worked 179 total contests for Real Salt Lake, Orlando City and Colorado. READ MORE
Report: Impact chat up Monconduit
According to RDS reporter Patrick Leduc, Montreal have initiated contact with Amiens captain Thomas Monconduit. The 27-year-old can operate as a center back or in defensive midfield. READ MORE
Banc of California Stadium VIP tour
The latest edition of "10 Things" is not about a player – this time, we look at many of the unique touches that make LAFC's new Banc of California Stadium special. READ MORE
Amateurs take aim at Miller
Speaking of LAFC, starting netminder Tyler Miller teamed up with Buzzfeed to give a group of regular folks a shot at scoring on a professional. How many penalties do you think they got by him in 10 total tries? WATCH VIDEO
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