Trade After Math

I love the deal the Rhinos pulled. The Rhinos received midfielder Andrew Gregor and traded away Chase Harrison and Hamad Diallo, two players who were rotting on the bench. The bad of course, is what if Diallo hurts us in the playoffs? That's a pretty big if however. I'm more confident with our defense matching up against Carolina's offense any day of the week, and add depth to it, to give coach Darren Tilley more options, it seems like a no brainier.

Harrison i will miss though. But let's not forget that new backup Tim Melia raised a few eye brows in pre-season, not only from fans, but from Matt Ford too, who raved about him. And Harrison, this should be a happy moment for him. He was not ever going to start in Rochester, Scott Vallow isn't going to Major League Soccer or Europe, and thus staying here, where he has a family and a good life. As long as Scotty is in town, he's the starter. Harrison going to Portland just shows he's done a great job, he's impressed another team and has a legit chance to be a starter.

As for Gregor, i like his style of play. Tough minded player. He will be in opponents face all the time and won't back down from physical play. This is the USL after all, a very physical league and skilled teams don't tent to do well, but rugged teams do well. He will help the Rhinos in that department.

Side note, i've heard from multiple sources the Rhinos are not dealing. The name that keeps popping up is Matthew Delicate. I don't know if i would deal him, but i think clearing a spot and even a International spot by dealing Diallo, that Matt Ford is looking for a deal. If it's Delicate or not, i think it's pretty positive to say, Rhinos will add another striker real soon.... stay tuned.