Timbers Roster for 2010?

For the upcoming 2010 season, the Timbers only have 3 players that are currently under contract. Ryan Pore, Jason Mclaughlin, and Tony Mcmanus were all signed to 2-year deals and will be entering the final year of their contracts. I'm not sure if any of the other players have extensions or options on their contracts. I've heard rumors that Cronin might have an extension, but either way I'm sure Paulson and management will be bringing him back for next season and maybe even for 2011 (maybe as a backup). And of course, Scott Thompson will be in Portland next year - I'm not sure if we could ever get rid of Scotty, even if we actually wanted to. So, who else needs to come back? Or who else would you like to see stay in Portland?

I'd say we need to make sure we keep Keita. I'm thinking he'll have a chance to go to a higher profile league and make bigger money after his successful 2009 season, but hopefully Paulson will be able to pay him. I'd say Knowles, Hayes, Keel are also big keys. We had a solid defense this year, so lets try and keep it that way. But I wouldn't mind seeing a few changes to our midfield and maybe even some small tweaks upfront. A little new blood is always good.

Who do you think is gone for sure? Nimo? Is there anyway Portland can borrow Nimo for a little longer? Taka or Nishi? I think we can use skill players like them, but does it seem likely that both of them will stay in Portland for another year? I'm not so sure. Should Portland try to make improvements or do you not mess with something that's already working?

*** As we get more information on the potential roster changes or new contract details, we'll let you know.

Oh, by the way, Steve Cronin's fiance is smokin' hot. It looks like she's an aspiring actress. Support her and go check out her blog, plus she's really hot, did i mention that?