With nearly a third of the season completed, lets look at the MLS teams that made great choices recruiting or rewarding players with DP contracts.
One of the key moments in the growth of MLS was the introduction of the Designated Player rule. From David Beckham to Kaka, many illustrious players with impressive pedigrees have made the move to ply their trade in North America. But how is the current crop of DPs doing this season?
I've ranked them in five (well, six really ... see below) categories.
The FIVE STARS ... the elite of the elite .