The San Jose Earthquakes emerged from the 2016 MLS SuperDraft with four additions to the club. After selecting two players at the Baltimore Convention Center on Thursday, January 14, San Jose added two more via conference call on Tuesday, January 19.
Round 1, Pick 8 – GK Andrew Tarbell
The expected pick among fans and media members was a defender to add depth to the club’s back line. However, the signing of left-footed Argentinian defenseman Andres Imperiale, who is capable of playing both center back and left back, on Wednesday allowed San Jose the freedom to take the ‘best player available’ – a tactic that is largely preferred in draft circles.