Time is running out on the 2009 MLS season and it looks like the race for the playoffs is going to go right down to the wire. Each game now carries so much importance that it's almost like the playoffs have already begun. If the season ended today, Columbus and Chicago would claim the Eastern Conference automatic berths, while Houston and Los ...

We’ve made it to the All-Star break, and it will be exciting to watch the best of MLS take on Everton Wednesday. But this website is all about fantasy soccer, so I now present to you my picks for this season’s Fantasy All-Stars.   Remember, this isn’t necessarily a representation of which players I think are best, but rather which are tops ...

There hasn't been enough coverage of Michael Jackson's sudden death (or ''golden goal'' as we call it in soccer) in the mainstream media. But don't worry, I'm here to fill the void for you. I now proudly present the Fantasy Blog tribute to the ''King of Pop.'' ''Bad'' -- Let's start with an easy one. This belongs to the New York Red Bulls. ...

It has been a great couple of weeks in the world of soccer watching, with the U.S. stunning the world (but not me) with their play at the Confederations Cup. A great performance against Egypt, a surprising upset of Spain, and a fantastic first half against Brazil had the U.S. this close to its first title at a major FIFA competition (for the full ...

It's back to basics in this week's fantasy blog entry. No funny business this time, but just a simple look at which players are lighting it up, and which ones are stinking it up. WHO'S HOT Landon Donovan (Forward, Los Angeles Galaxy) -- The Galaxy finally picked up their first victory of the 2009 season over the weekend, topping the lowly New ...

With each MLS team now having played at least four games, the picture is becoming a little bit clearer in regards to the league's newest players. It's still early days in the 2009 season, but we've had enough of a sampling to get some idea about which rookies and/or new signings have what it takes to thrive in the league. Here's a look at which ...

Saturday will mark the first time that MLS has held a seven-game slate in a single night. The Revolution have the night off, but all other teams are in action and there's some quality matches to keep an eye on for Survivor Pro.Sure, so far this season we've been picking against the New York Red Bulls and FC Dallas. We could tell you to take ...

There were some great moments in the opening week of the 2009 MLS season, including spectacular goals, surprise results and even the announcement of a new team to join the party in 2011. But one of my favorite parts about the early part of the MLS season is getting a first look the players that are new to the league, and have often ...

The 2009 Survivor Pro season opens Thursday night as the New York Red Bulls travel to Qwest Field to take on Seattle Sounders FC in the inaugural game of the MLS season. Just like last year, the name of the game is WIN. Put together enough wins to build a streak and you'll get a chance to take home some great prizes. A loss or draw knocks you ...