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    The chase for the MLS Cup begins in earnest

    By Steve Davis, ESPNsoccernet

    Monday, October 26, 2009

    The 14th Major League Soccer playoff season begins Thursday. Here's a quick look at each team's prospects for arrival Nov. 22 at Seattle's Qwest Field in the MLS Cup final. Los Angeles Galaxy (West No. 1 seed, 48 points, +5 goal difference) Why they might win it: Coach Bruce Arena's influence has created the league's most organized side. A tight and tidy midfield toils for David Beckham, who plays centrally but likes to roam right. He's found the sweet spot as a playmaker in MLS -- and ha ...

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