1. Santino Quaranta - (DC United 01-06; LA Galaxy 06-; US Mens Youth and Full National Team) - Huge potential - has yet to live up to the hype. Almost did in 2005. Career has been beset by injuries. In 2005, 'tino had a great year for DC United that led to call-ups with the US Men's National Team. Santino scored the 1st attempt on a PK in the Championship match of the Gold Cup and even saw some playing time in the World Cup clinching match against Mexico on September 3, 2005. Santino was destined for a spot on the World Cup squad until injuries knocked on the door. After seeing very little time with DC United during the 1st half of the '06 season and a fall out with coach nowak, Santino was traded to the LA Galaxy where he was reunited with National Youth teammate Landon Donovan. In Santino's 1st appearance for the Galaxy he scored in the 67th minute after only being on the field for 10 minutes.
If Santino lives up to the potential he could be a great founding block/face for a MLS franchise.
2. Kyle Beckerman - Crofton, MD
Kyle Beckerman has become a steady, mainstream midfielder for the Rapids since he joined the club 2003. His composed play and defensive sense has made him a regular in the middle of the park for the Rapids, pairing with central midfielder Pablo Mastroeni.
During the 2005 season he started 25 of the 30 games in which he appeared. Beckerman recorded a career-high six points from one goal and four assists. His goal came against Los Angeles on September 10 from the top of the 18-yard box. His assists came in games at Kansas City (April 2), vs. Chicago (July 23), at San Jose (Aug. 13) and vs. Salt Lake (Oct. 1).
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