Little late on this one, but here are NP's season predictions for the 2011 Major League Soccer season.
MLS Cup: Real Salt Lake
Jason Kreis is a rising star in the coaching world, and has his club on the brink of a birth in the CONCACAF Champions League final. RSL are my pick to win it all back from their Rocky Mountain neighbors. Strong in defense, fluid in midfield, and deadly in attack.
Supporters Shield: New York Red Bulls
Hans Backe has stated, rather controversially, that he is aiming on winning the MLS Supporters Shield, rather than the MLS Cup. The Henry-Agudelo attack pairing will prove deadly, and they'll run away from the Eastern Conference.
U.S. Open Cup: DC United
Could there be a better story out there this season than the return of Charlie Davies to action? I can't think of any. DC United are much improved from the horrors of last season, and they'll enjoy a rapid rise back to prominence.
Most Valuable Player: Javier Morales
Javier Morales is the admiral that leads RSL on the pitch, with timely goals and slicing assists, he'll lead RSL to the title.
Golden Boot: Alvaro Saborio
Sweep for RSL? Why not. Saborio is one of the most elite forwards in MLS, with Javier Morales to feed him.
Comeback Player: Charlie Davies
Doesn't need explaining.
Golden Glove: Kevin Hartmann
Should've won it last season, and will need to stand on his head to shore up a revamped FC Dallas squad. Fortunately for FCD, he can do just that.
Rookie of the Year: Perry Kitchen
DC United got a future US National Team-er in this kid, to play along side one just isn't fair.
Newcomer of the Year: Jay DeMerit
In what could be a longgg year for the Canadian newcomers, Jay DeMerit will prove a valuable cog in defense.
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