Carson A Merk

Joined: Nov 26, 2023

BLAINE, MN -JULY 19: Minnesota United FC defenseman celebrates with fans after scoring a goal on Swansea City in the first half of their friendly soccer match on July 19, 2014 at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. Minnesota United FC defeated Swansea City 2-0.(Photo by Andy Clayton-King/Getty Images)

Justin Davis is excited to transition to MLS with Minnesota United FC

The Draft road not taken with Jeremy Ebobisse: The Portland Prodigy

Jan 14, 2016; Baltimore, MD, USA; MLS soccer ball prior to the 2016 MLS SuperDraft at Baltimore Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

The Draft road not taken with Jeremy Ebobisse: The Final Preparations

Jeremy was able to learn from longtime Battery coach, and former Charleston player, Mike Anhaeuser. (Photo by Rainier Ehrhardt/Getty Images)

The Draft road not taken with Jeremy Ebobisse: Becoming a pro

21 August 2015: The new Kennedy Tower overlooks Koskinen Stadium. The Duke University Blue Devils hosted the University of North Carolina Charlotte 49ers at Koskinen Stadium in Durham, NC in a 2015 NCAA Division I Men's Soccer preseason exhibition. The game ended in a 1-1 tie. (Photo by Andy Mead/YCJ/Icon SMI/Corbis via Getty Images)

The Draft road not taken with Jeremy Ebobisse: School Days

Bethesda, Maryland. The city that shaped future MLS star Jeremy Ebobisse. (Photo by Benjamin C. Tankersley/For The Washington Post via Getty Images)

The Draft road not taken with Jeremy Ebobisse: The Foundation

Jan 8, 2016; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA; Team Ace goalkeeper Callum Irving,(10) kicks the ball during the MLS combine at Central Broward Regional Park. Mandatory Credit: Robert Duyos-USA TODAY Sports

Callum Irving looks forward to Canadian homecoming with Ottawa Fury FC

Sep 24, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Dynamo forward Mauro Manotas (19) celebrates after scoring a goal during the second half against the Portland Timbers at BBVA Compass Stadium. The Dynamo won 3-1. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

MLS Repair Guide: How the Houston Dynamo can compete in 2017

Mexican National Team forward Giovani Dos Santos (10) fights for the ball with Cuban National Team midfielder Dario Suarez during the second half of their CONCACAF Gold Cup soccer game at Soldier Field July 9, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. AFP PHOTO/JOSHUA LOTT (Photo credit should read Joshua LOTT/AFP/Getty Images)

Former Cuban international Dario Suarez prepares for the next level

Aug 24, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Toronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco (10) jumps on the back of forward Jozy Altidore (17) after he scored against the Orlando City SC during the second half at Camping World Stadium. Toronto FC defeated the Orlando City SC 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Two players to watch for each remaining team in the MLS Cup playoffs

Javier Hernandez (L) of Mexico jumps for the ball with USA goalkeeper Tim Howard during a friendly football match at the Azteca stadium in Mexico City on August 15, 2012. AFP PHOTO/MEXSPORT - ROBERTO MAYA (Photo credit should read ROBERTO MAYA/AFP/GettyImages)

USA vs. Mexico Playing For 90 staff picks and predictions

May 28, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Fans participate in the Atlanta United fan festivities prior to the match between Paraguay and Mexico at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Shanna Lockwood-USA TODAY Sports

Jeffrey Otoo can’t wait to play for Atlanta United in 2017

Oct 22, 2014; Harrison, NJ, USA; Montreal Impact forward Jack McInerney (not in picture) scores past New York Red Bulls goalkeeper Ryan Meara (18) during the second half at Red Bull Arena. Game ends in 1-1 tie. Mandatory Credit: Jim O

USL Cup final preview and prediction

Jorge Luis Corrales defends Clint Dempsey during his time with the Cuban national team. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Jorge Luis Corrales talks about soccer, and what America means to him

May 28, 2016; Harrison, NJ, USA; New York Red Bulls forward Brandon Allen (21) in action against the Toronto FC at Red Bull Arena. The New York Red Bulls won 3-0. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

USL Conference Finals preview and predictions

Jul 21, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique (3) defends Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Ariel Lassiter (46) as he heads to the goal in the second half of the game at the Rose Bowl. FC Barcelona won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

USL Playoffs: One player to watch on each of the 16 teams