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Philadelphia Union and MLS News and Notes 1-10-16

With the combine underway we're heavy on draft news, but check that out as well as the other latest news below.

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Why are MLS players moving to Liga MX? | FOX Sports:
Financial considerations and structural issues create enticing opportunities for Mexican clubs to pounce. Fox Sorts attempts to answer the question that many soccer fans are asking about why the mass exodus to Liga MX is happening.

New National Lacrosse League commissioner becomes a fan on the fly - Sports - The Buffalo News
An article on Nick Sakiewicz becoming commissioner of the NLL and picking up the intricacies of the league on the fly.

Teams Set for 2016 Florida Cup International Tournament | The Mane Land:
From our friends at The Mane Land: The tourney's opening press conference Friday revealed much in terms of preparations, expectations, and what German winters are like.

How much stock do coaches put into MLS Combine physical test results? | MLSsoccer.com:
It's different for each team as some teams play a more physical and demanding brand of soccer than others.

2016 MLS Mock Draft: 1st-Round Predictions and Full Selection Order | Bleacher Report:
With the MLS Draft Combine underway and the top players in the country being put under the microscope it's only time for one thing. More mock drafts! Check out this one by Bleacher Report. (It's a slideshow)

Armchair Analyst: Stock up, stock down after Day 1 of the MLS Player Combine | MLSsoccer.com:
Continuing on the topic of the draft check out which players have improved their stock thus far. Keegan Rosenberry is on the "Stock up" list for what it's worth.