Sports Blog

As you read in yesterday’s post, this past weekend was an incredible one for sports. Having Major League Baseball, the National Basketball Association, and the National Football League all playing at the same time makes late October and early November a real treat (is it too late for Halloween puns?) for fans.With so much going on at once it has been easy to forget that the Major League Soccer playoffs are also in full swing, but with the United States national team recently securing their spot in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa it is a great time for casual sports fans and hardcore soccer fanatics to check out Major League Soccer’s postseason action.

And what better time to shop for great MLS gear than while you are tuning in to watch some of America’s best soccer players take the pitch. Here are four sweet deals on MLS merchandise that will help you get in the mood for the playoffs and American soccer in general.

The 2009 Upper Deck Soccer Trading Cards are the perfect way to get to know the best players in the MLS. There are 10 cards in each pack and 36 packs in each officially licensed box set. This wonderful collector’s item also includes three game worn jersey cards and special inserts like MLS All-Stars and Super Draft 2009. It is currently on sale for $71.99 and is eligible for 20 percent off with the purchase of a Beyond MLS item.

The A&E Home Video History Of The MLS Cup DVD is an excellent way for newcomers to learn about the history of the MLS Cup or for longtime MLS fans to relive the best moments of the past. This documentary guides viewers through the inception of the MLS and through the first 12 MLS Cups. It is currently on sale for $19.99 and is also eligible for 20 percent off.

Not all American sports fans watch the MLS but I am sure a good portion of them can put this Great American MLS 4pc Shot Glass Set to good use. This set includes four 2-oz square shot glasses and is currently on sale for $31.99. Let me remind you to please drink responsibly!

Of course, what MLS merchandise collection would be complete without an authentic jersey from one of the 2009 MLS Cup playoff teams. This adidas Los Angeles Galaxy Authentic Home Jersey is made from 100 percent polyester and is the same jersey worn on the field by players. It is currently on sale for $89.99 and is available in sizes small through double-extra large.

Shop for more discount MLS gear at Smarter.com.

“It’s been great so far, very positive and smooth apart from…the season.”

- David Beckham, on looking back on his first year in MLS after missing most of the season with injuries.

Source: Sports Illustrated
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Although it’s only official for one game, David Beckham will be helping out with commentary tomorrow night when his team, the Los Angeles Galaxy take on Chivas USA in ESPN’s MLS Primetime Thursday match.

First ESPN tells us that they’re going to bring on a 10 year-old to help out with NFL Sunday Countdown and now their bringing on Beckham to help bring in the viewers. Looks like they’re pulling out all the stops to get this guy on camera since we know he isn’t going to be on the field anytime soon with his injured knee.

Anyways, if you’re at all interested, the game airs at 11 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Source: Awful Announcing.

We got so caught up in David Beckham’s first ever goal for the LA Galaxy, that we didn’t even care to look into the stands.

But according to SportsByBrooks, they just happened to point out that the man that was supposed to bring life to American soccer couldn’t even sell out his home stadium on his first start of the year.

There were about 17,223 in attendance Wednesday night at the Home Depot Center that can seat up to 27,000. And to top that off, it was rumored that 8,000 of those tickets were given away for free.

Source: SportsByBrooks

Looks like David Beckham is starting to earn all those millions on the field rather than on the bench.

Mr. Posh had his first start of the year for the LA Galaxy where they hosted the DC United to a 2-0 victory. Beckham played a role in both of the Galaxy’s scores, notching his first goal on a free kick in the 27th minute then dishing out a long assist to Landon Donovan on a breakaway.

That wasn’t the end of Beckham’s night. He also earned his first yellow card after fouling the United’s Jaime Moreno.

The win puts the team into the August 29 finale in the SuperLiga Finals. The winner of the tournament gets $1 million dollars.

Source: Sports Illustrated.
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For those of you who have been waiting for this moment, it has finally come.

David Beckham finally arrived in Los Angeles late last night after a long flight from London. With his wife Victoria by his side, the two were greeted at LAX by a swarm of reporters and photographers who wanted to capture the arrival of the soccer superstar who many hope and believe will revolutionize American soccer.

Beckham, who will play for the Los Angeles Galaxy and will make $6.5 million in his inaugural year on the team, will be formally introduced today at the Home Depot Center in Carson, CA.

During his five year contract with the Galaxy, he is expected to make close to or exceed $250 million in salary, corporate sponsorships and profit sharing deals with the team and its corporate partners.

To see a video of their arrival to LAX, click here.

Source: The Los Angeles Times.
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