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cheap football shirts By Shaun SchaferThere are only six defenders on the current roster, but there is probably no position in better health for the Rapids. Theres also no area that will tell more about the teams long-term plans for captain Pablo Mastroeni, 34, than what Colorado does on defense. Since winning the MLS cup in November, the Rapids have shed a veteran defender and picked up a veteran defender. The club also swapped out a young defender in Danny Earls, but has yet to name a replacement. While that spot is sure to be filled, the current roster needs seven more bodies to reach 30. Before we look at what players might be added, consider the four at the back. Across the Back: Kosuke Kimura, 26, on the right turned into a weapon in 2010. Thanks in part to the solid tandem of Marvell Wynne, 24, and Drew Moor, 26, in the middle, Kimura was no longer using his speed to try and fill gaps at the back. Anthony Wallace, 21, could be on the left side for the next decade. His arrival from FC Dallas in July was the perfect reminder of the difference a natural left footer can make. Beyond the starters, it gets thin quick. Marshall, 36, looked creaky last season, but should be serviceable in relief and as an spot starter. Scott Palguta, 28, is a step down in speed, but he can play anywhere across the back. Outlook: Wynne will likely continue to develop in his second full season in central defense. After playing every minute in 10, Moor will have to get a few breaks as the regular season is four games longer and the team has an additional competition to consider. Colorado needs some bodies here as insurance and to field a reserve side. Likely Move: Grab a couple of young defenders in the SuperDraft. Let the kids get some reserve time. Slot Mastroeni into central defense a few times this year. He has played that role capably for the U. S. National Team. With two years left on thailand football shirts his contract, this could lengthen Mastroenis tenure with the club, add some veteran savvy in the back, and allow some tinkering in the midfield. Next Up: Midfielders By Shaun SchaferLooking at the Rapids future has been an exercise in looking at what the team already possesses. In considering signing a Designated Player, its time to look outside the club. Where is the rest of the league going, and do the Rapids need a Designated Player to keep pace? Picking up Juan Pablo Angel makes it clear that the LA Galaxy is not content with a Supporters Shield. Having the best regular season record is nice, but its not enough. Teams want to be playing in the final game of the season. LA lost in the final two years ago and fell to FC Dallas in the semifinals in 2010. With Landon Donovan and David Beckham, the Galaxy already has marquee names. Edson Buddle was a pistol-hot scorer for the first half of the season, and will benefit from not having any national team duties this summer. Adding Angel makes this a team that can score in bunches. Rafa Marquez and Thierry Henry give New York Red Bulls star power. It doesnt hurt that the rest of the squad is also better. Truthfully, the erratic brilliance of Bouna Coundoul in goal is the only question mark left on this team. In the Western Conference alone, Real Salt Lake needs a consistent scoring touch, but represents a threat to breakup the LA-New York road to the final. FC Dallas is improved and San Jose isnt a fluke. Seattle seems to be stagnating, and Portland and Vancouver will be learning. Houston is adrift and aging. Chivas is a hot mess. The Rapids? Well, they arent much for star power. Pablo Mastroeni, Conor Casey and, now, Omar Cummings wholesale football shirts are the only names most fans in the league would know. So far, this hasnt hurt Colorado. Outlook: Can Colorado continue to thrive without a designated player? Yes. The way this team is built, there is no obvious spot for a DP. If coach Gary Smith decided to go with a 4-3-3 and play three central midfielders, it would make sense to grab a slick passer from overseas. If Smith decides to try the 4-5-1 again, a holding midfielder would be worth the price. Who is out there that would fit as a midfield DP? It would almost have to be a benchwarmer in England, Italy, Germany or Spain. Most of them would expect DP money, but would they be worth it? Probably not. Likely Move: Unless someone buys Cummings, the Rapids will hold pat. In building from the current 23 to 30 players, there is hypothetical room for a DP signing, but its unlikely to happen. Instead, Smith may look to add another veteran midfielder for depth or a young wing back for development. [click here] http://cheapfootballshirtsuk.co.uk/.
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