CHIVAS USA AND PORTLAND TIMBERS TRADE POSITIONS IN THE MLS ALLOCATION RANKING

 

CARSON, Calif. (Wednesday, December 12, 2012) – Chivas USA has traded its second-overall position in the allocation ranking in exchange for the Portland Timbers’ third-overall position in the allocation ranking and either a 2013 international roster spot, or a second-round pick in the 2013 MLS SuperDraft should the Timbers acquire one.

 

The 2013 MLS SuperDraft takes place on Jan. 17 at 9 a.m. (PT) in Indianapolis – the second time the city has served as host of the event. The Indiana Convention Center will play host to the annual event. The SuperDraft will consist of two rounds with 19 picks each for the second straight year, followed by a four-round Supplemental Draft held via conference call on the following Tuesday, Jan. 22.

 

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About Chivas USA

Founded in 2004, Los Angeles-based Club Deportivo Chivas USA has achieved remarkable success in seven full seasons in Major League Soccer. From 2006-2009, the Mexican-owned club qualified for the MLS Cup Playoffs in four consecutive seasons, to the delight of its passionate supporters. In addition, Chivas USA’s innovative grassroots programs demonstrate its deep commitment to the Southern California community, while the club’s youth teams and Soccer Academies offer unprecedented opportunities to the region’s best young talent. For more information on Chivas USA, please call 1-877-CHIVAS-1 or visit cdchivasusa.com.