Philadelphia Union homegrown Jack de Vries is in line to make a little history today against New York City FC.
If the 18-year-old midfielder makes an appearance — as head coach Jim Curtin’s comments in recent weeks clearly suggest he will — he’ll become the eighth second generation player in MLS history and the first to play for the Union.
“I wish it was in front of 18,000 in Subaru Park but that might have to wait a little bit,” Curtin said last week. “He’s going to get an opportunity to show his talent and show people what he’s about.