The Portland Timbers are keen on giving struggling teams a lifeline this year, as in recent weeks, San Jose, Atlanta, Montreal, and now the Seattle Sounders have picked up all points against the struggling Timbers.
Seattle managed to get three precious points against their Cascadian rival, after enduring their own difficult spell. With back to back wins and some favorable matches in the near future, the Sounders may have jump started their season after a disappointing start to their title defense.
You’re not in a slump
In a now viral interview, Pete Rose of the Cincinnati Reds said, “You never admit you’re in a slump.