Tag: Best of MLS 2016

They don't score many goals, rack up many assists or directly prevent opponents from finding the back of the net with last-ditch tackles, so it's no real surprise that defensive midfielders typically don't get the love they deserve.

Every MLS season is special and full of terrific moments, but 2016 seemed especially stocked with them. From an anniversary that may be bigger in part because it wasn't heavily celebrated to a Legend returning to the league, to a prodigy hitting the field, a star fighting cancer and that doesn't include the playoffs!