THE STARTING 11: TFC Goalkeeping Solutions
Goalkeepers. Rarely has Toronto FC had one that didn’t depart in odd or controversial circumstances. One wept while only wearing the tiniest of towels. After this season came to a close, most of us expected one of Joe Bendik or Chris Konopka to be jettisoned. So TFC scrapped them both. Ah. Ok then! The “braintrust” obviously has alternative (read: over-expensive) plans for the position but if that falls through, here...
VMP FInal Countdown: Number 7 – Chris Konopka
Highest Ranking: 1 Lowest ranking: 15 Average Ranking: 8.63 Duncan: 10. Ah, TFC. Can’t avoid a goalie controversy to save their lives. Bendik’s injury opened the door to Chris Konopka and what do you know, he came in and did alright, putting together a few good games, meaning when fit again Bendik didn’t get the job back and all of a sudden found himself on the other side of the ‘why pay this guy so much money...
Ch-Ch-Changes! Toronto FC Release Konopka, Bendik, Jackson and Apparicio
And so it begins. After yesterday’s re-signing of Justin Morrow, Toronto FC wasted little time in releasing four players and exercising contract options to thirteen others. TFC made a somewhat surprising move in releasing both Chris Konopka and Joe Bendik – the two had shared starting duties this past season and it seemed likely that at least one would be retained if only as back-up to a presumptive new keeper. Most of...
THE STARTING 11: Uncomfortable Moments at TFC’s Thanksgiving Supper
It’s that most wonderful time of the year again when Canadians celebrate getting a draw against Turkey in the Great Pumpkin War. Never forget the nutmeg we lost in Constantinople. On this most solemn of days, it is right to give thanks for the things we often take for granted and to open our homes to those less fortunate – like the Argos. Thanksgiving is not overlooked by the players and staff at TFC who gathered this...
Toronto FC vs Seattle Sounders: Can We Just Give Them The Points And Stay Home?
Yay for a week off! Oh wait, Toronto FC doesn’t have the weekend off? Can we umm, take one? This is a difficult game to get excited about given Toronto’s current state. Sure everyone is feeling good about the recent wins and goals, so why worry about a little road trip to Seattle? Well, I’ll tell you why: TFC is missing EVERYONE – Time to take a look at the bench, reserves, TFC II and players from last...
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