It’s hard to believe we’re already past the halfway mark of the 2017 season. With the Gold Cup break upon us, let’s take a look back at some of the most noteworthy storylines in MLS.
1. This is the Best Chicago Fire team since…ever?
Yes, the Fire won MLS Cup in their inaugural season, and got the supporters shield in 2003. This could be the strongest team the Fire have had. Chicago hasn’t made the playoffs since 2012, but are already at 11 wins and 38 points and we’re just starting July. In four of the past seven years they didn’t hit either of those totals for the entire season.