Timbers Tid Bits: No News Edition

by Geoff Gibson on Aug 9, 2011 10:40 AM PDT

Don't ask me why, but, for some reason, there's simply been no news regarding the Timbers this week so far. There are rumors that a player signing is coming by Wednesday, but I can't independently confirm if that's true or not. There have been hints we could see him at the BBQ tonight but I wouldn't place a bet on that if I were you.

So today's news wrap up is entirely league news. Some good stuff in here if you're interested in what's going on with some of the other teams. Right off the bat it looks like Vancouver is getting their third coach for the season.

Enjoy the morning news!

Impact to announce new head coach for jump to MLS in 2012
With Montreal's lousy season so far, it's no surprise that they're looking for an MLS replacement.

Friendlies stirring reaction from MLS and fans
Finally American fans can get back to the MLS regular season schedule.

What's wrong with the New York Red Bulls?
You would think they'd have everything locked up. Not sure what's wrong...

Whitecaps hire hot US coach to bolster franchise in 2012
One thing Whitecaps fans can't accuse their club of being is overly patient.

World Football Challenge matches impact Major League Soccer attendance
That's a bummer. Looks like people spent most of their money attending high caliber international friendlies rather than games that actually mean something.

Right Or Wrong, Peter Vermes Is Going Down The Wrong Path
Pick your battles... Bravo deserved the red card.

Real Salt Lake starlet Gil delighted to open MLS account
Young up and coming RSL player is going to be really good someday.

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One other bit of news

The US Women’s Team is playing Canada at JWP on Thursday, Sept.22. Got a presale email from the Timbers about it this morning – presale starts tomorrow, sale to genpop starts Friday I think.

Tickets range from $27.75 to $81.25 including fees.

by pdb on Aug 9, 2011 10:50 AM PDT reply actions

This may be totally ridiculous and stupid

but my buddy was at PDX yesterday on his way to Houston and saw a guy get off the corresponding flight from Houston in a full Celtic warm-up suit with only a nike training bag and a neck pillow (indicative of a long flight?) in his possession. Thing is, he said the guy had a shaved head, and the only pics I’ve seen of Rasmussen are of a guy with hair.

Gosh, that really sounds like one of those “my brother in law is the Chelsea grounds keeper” stories you hear on dodgy message boards. He really did see this fellow, but whether it means anything or not is totally beyond me.

by RipCityVillan on Aug 9, 2011 10:53 AM PDT reply actions

Interesting!

Certainly would lend to those rumors but the question is, if him, is he here to trial or is this an imminent signing?

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by Geoff Gibson on Aug 9, 2011 12:27 PM PDT up reply actions

My guess

And again, this has zero factual backing and is 100% GUESSING: He flew to Houston to meet with Spenny but had to come to PDX for his formal medical and paperwork.

by RipCityVillan on Aug 9, 2011 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions

just tweeted this

lets see if it goes live!! lol

by portlandpadre on Aug 9, 2011 1:46 PM PDT up reply actions

Wow, you got a response

From that it seems unlikely that we pick him up, unless salary demands are much lower than expected. Still, MP is pretty cool for responding.

Say what you want about America, thirteen bucks still gets you a hell of a lot of mice!

by No Pity on Aug 9, 2011 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions

Totally cool

A bit peeved that he thinks we’re just rabid for new names. If we’re linked to a Celtic player, and we have reason to believe he’s in town, we’re gonna talk. Just the nature of the beast.

But yeah, awesome of MP to respond. The guy has a winning strategy, and I’m fine with believing in it.

by RipCityVillan on Aug 10, 2011 8:00 AM PDT up reply actions