—by Garrett Dittfurth
I took a break. The Timbers have been pretty forgettable so far this season. I'm also pretty high on the Blazers right now and their record doesn't depress me so I've been skipping this for the past few weeks. I'm sorry and I'll be better. Apology over!
Timbers specific links first!
For my first link I guess I'm going for blood. If you haven't read this you are part of the problem. Despite the fact I may actually be yelled at for supporting this statement. I'm posting it because it is absolutely true and has been for several years. Yes I have personally met Gavin. Yes he is a nice guy. Yes I do think he needs a different role within the team.
This is a link to to The Offside Rules Podcast. There are some gems in there. I think it will make everyone in Portland smile. Note the advice about what not to do.
MOAR PODCAST! This is the 5mtko podd #84. I spent 55 minutes this morning with this gem. Really great discussion in there about our academy system, some of the struggles so far this year and personnel from the masters of Timbers podcasting.
Here is a nice update on Jake Gleeson and how he's doing down in Sacramento from The Sacramento Bee. Sounds like he's making the most of his opportunity while on loan.
Check out this weekend's match preview over on Stumptown Footy.
Jamie Goldberg at The Oregonian wrote a profile on Michael Nanchoff. It seems that his personal relationships with other players are starting to pay off with his play on the pitch.
From around MLS.
The Colorado Rapids signed a kit sponsor. From the looks of it they did pretty well for themselves.
It may be difficult to grasp but it sounds like there is a lot of excitement in Atlanta over the new franchise.
Want to know how the first year MLS players are doing around the league? Here you go.
Ever wondered what your favorite MLS haircut says about you? Now you can find out.
That's all for this week. Let's hope the Blazers close out the Rockets tonight with a win and the Timbers pull out their first win of the season on Saturday!
