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As we hit the three-quarter mark in the current MLS season, the race for MLS rookie of the year honors is still too close to call.
While D.C. United standouts Chris Pontius and Rodney Wallace were among the front-runners at the half-way point, the race has changed some as some rookies hit the wall and some see their roles change.
Los Angeles Galaxy defender Omar Gonzalez has arguably become the front-runner after establishing himself as a rock in the back for a Galaxy team that currently boasts one of the best records in MLS. Fellow ACC alum Darrius Barnes is also in the mix as he too has solidified a starting role on a top contender.
As it stands, Gonzalez, Barnes and Toronto FC rookie goalkeeper Stefan Frei look like top picks, while Pontius, Wallace and Seattle midfielder Steve Zakuani also gets consideration. Toronto FC Sam Cronin became the first rookie draft pick to get a national team cap and has quietly become an integral part of the TFC squad.
So here's our question:Who gets your vote for MLS rookie of the year right now? Do you give it the steady Gonzalez, the impressive Frei or the dynamic Zakuani or Pontius? Cast your vote here:
poll by twiigs.com
What does the SBI ballot look like right now? Here's our Top Five:
1. Omar Gonzalez
2. Stefan Frei
3. Darrius Barnes
4. Chris Pontius
5. Steve Zakuani
6. Rodney Wallace
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Who got your vote? What rookie has surprised you the most? Which rookie do yo see having the brightest future?
source:http://www.soccerbyives.net/
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