Rapids Captain Pablo Mastroeni hopes to play in LA on Saurday (ColoradoRapids.com)
It's been a somewhat slow news week in MLS, somewhat understandably, as most of the the focus in US Soccer is leading up to the USA clash with Costa Rica this Friday in Colorado. There were a few interesting tidbits dropped here and there though, mostly in the Western Conference.
First up the defending Supporter's Shield Champion San Jose Earthquakes are looking to strengthen their injury depleted attack vs Seattle. They've signed Honduran international attacker Walter Martinez. According to head man Frank Yallop, he may make his debut against the Sounders this weekend, though he probably won't start. MLSSoccer.com describes Martinez as a quick attacker who likes to take on defenders. With Steven Lenhart and Alan Gordon still out, The Quakes need to plug some holes. He joins Victor Bernardez and Marvin Chavez as Hondurans on the Quakes' squad.
The Rapids are looking to ease their injury crisis as well after they lost starting goalkeeper Matt Pickens at RSL last weekend. According to the club site, former RSL backup Kyle Reynish is training with the club, though I would suspect Clint Irwin to get the start vs the Galaxy. Meanwhile, Captain Pablo Mastroeni hopes to be on the field in LA after injuring his hamstring in the week two loss against the Union. Striker Edson Buddle played most of the reserve match against RSL last weekend, but hasn't trained fully this week. He could play against his old team this weekend. Finally, MLSSoccer.com is reporting that the Rapids might be interested in pursuing Kevin Hartman as a goal keeping solution as well.
Finally. the MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy will be making a visit to Washington DC on March 26. They won't be playing United, but instead they will be honored by President Barack Obama for winning their second straight MLS Championship. They will be joined by Stanley Cup Champion LA Kings for this event honoring LA champions. The Galaxy will also participate in the First Lady's "Let's Move" Initiative on the South Lawn of the White House.
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