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    11 things to know about the playoffs

    By Allen Hopkins

    Thursday, October 19, 2006

    With the regular season finally over, it's time to put a tired cliché to rest. The phrase "it's a marathon, not a sprint" is echoed constantly when talking about the perspective needed for a long season, but with the marathon over, it's time for the finishing kick and sprint. Here are 11 things you need to know for the 2006 MLS Playoffs: Long odds The odds are long that FC Dallas will enjoy good ol' fashioned Texas BBQ for the MLS Cup. Only two clubs, D.C. United circa 1997 and New England ...

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