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Kenny Miller Adds to Whitecaps Scottish Flavor

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: July 17, 2012

Martin Rennie has added two veteran Scottish internationals to the Whitecaps in recent weeks, with yesterday’s signing of Kenny Miller meaning Vancouver now has three designated players (DP). Al Dannity looks at the strategy behind Rennie’s acquisitions and what Miller will mean for the Caps’ playoff hopes. Life in those legs yet Martin Rennie clearly...

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Toronto FC Loses Striker Koevermans for the Season

• Dale Perth

• Last Updated: July 16, 2012

Fate has dealt a cruel blow to Toronto’s Major League Soccer franchise just as the club appeared to be turning a corner. Toronto FC striker Danny Koevermans will be gone for several months after colliding with New England Revolution defender A.J. Soares in their game last Saturday. Koevermans will undergo surgery on his anterior cruciate...

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Whitecaps Get DeMerit In First XI, but Team Prefers Wins

• Dale Perth

• Last Updated: July 11, 2012

The Whitecaps have seen their first player be voted into the All-Star squad. The fans have selected team captain Jay DeMerit as Vancouver’s first-ever representative in Major League Soccer’s First XI. The central defender has proven himself a worthy nominee on a side which currently leads the MLS with nine shutouts, ranks fourth in the...

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Reds Return to Earth While Impact Get Big Road Win

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: July 9, 2012

There were mixed fortunes for Canada’s Major League Soccer (MLS) teams on Sunday. Toronto FC’s unbeaten run came to an emphatic end in Philadelphia while Montreal recorded their first come from behind win in MLS play. Al Dannity looks back on all the action. Adu dominates for Union That was not pretty viewing for fans...

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Soccer: Whitecaps Kick Off Gruelling Road Slog at Rapids

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: July 4, 2012

Barry Robson is set to make his debut for the Vancouver Whitecaps on Wednesday night and Al Dannity says his arrival couldn’t come at a more important time. Robson can steady the ship Scottish international Barry Robson will bring a veteran presence to the Whitecaps roster as they embark on a 4-game road trip over...

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Soccer: Toronto Spoil Party for Impact

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: June 28, 2012

The Reds are finally awake and it only took half the season to make it happen. Al Dannity examines Toronto FC’s stunning 3-0 win over the Montreal Impact and looks ahead to the prospects for both of these Canadian teams this weekend in Major League Soccer (MLS). Play angry Paul Mariner has succeeded in getting...

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Soccer: Toronto and Whitecaps Stung by Comebacks

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: June 21, 2012

Toronto FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps both saw leads evaporate as potential wins turned to draws in Major League Soccer action on Wednesday. Al Dannity looks back at a night both clubs will rue for missed opportunities. So much for the boost Toronto FC could have really done with a win on Wednesday night. Not...

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Soccer: Robson Adds Veteran Class to Whitecaps’ Roster

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: June 19, 2012

Martin Rennie landed a major coup for the Vancouver Whitecaps by securing the services of Barry Robson. The Scottish international will likely have an immediate impact in midfield once he becomes eligible to play for Vancouver. Al Dannity looks at what Robson brings to the table for the Whitecaps. A late bloomer The difference between...

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Soccer: Whitecaps Control Their MLS Destiny

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: June 18, 2012

An impressive home stand has the Vancouver well placed to make a push for the playoffs in the second half of the Major League Soccer (MLS) season. Al Dannity looks at the prospects for the second year franchise and previews Wednesday night’s match-up with the New York Red Bulls. Sitting pretty The standings make for...

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Soccer: Hart has Positive Outlook After Canada Draw with Honduras

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: June 13, 2012

Canada Soccer coach Stephen Hart was in no mood for frowning despite Canada’s failure to beat Honduras on Tuesday night. Al Dannity says Hart has seen a change in attitude from his charges and that could mean a lot in the road games to come. Still in control With such an importance placed on home...