The best way to get over an MLS Cup final defeat is to look forward to next season, and luckily we’ve had plenty to digest since Monday’s contract news and expansion draft.
Already, Toronto FC’s pieces for 2017 are starting to fall into place. Armando Cooper signed permanently from Arabe Unido, cementing the strength of a deep midfield group, and Mark Bloom was lost to Atlanta United in order to ensure Clint Irwin’s swift return. A further eight players are either out of contract or will not have their existing options exercised.
With that information, we can put together an early depth chart and take a look at the task at hand for Tim Bezbatchenko this winter.