Minnesota United were able to pick up MLS legend Ozzie Alonso up off waivers on Thursday, thanks to a trade that sent a second-round MLS SuperDraft pick to Orlando City SC for their spot in the waiver order.
Minnesota also received two fourth-round SuperDraft picks in the deal, which will likely turn into future Forward Madison players.
Alonso, who defected from his native Cuba in 2007, joins Minnesota United after an impressive stint with the Sounders that saw him win four U.S. Open Cups, an MLS Cup, and an MLS Supporters’ Shield during his 11-year stay, during which he made 277 appearances.