Impact fighting their way back up the standings. A win tomorrow will put them in a playoff spot.
In other news, Forbes published a list of the
most valuable MLS franchises in 2017. Average MLS team is worth $223 million, up 20 % from last year.
1. LA Galaxy - $315 million (19% increase from last year, 2016 revenue of $63 million)
2. Seattle - $295 million
3. TFC - $280 million (2016 revenue of $46 million)
4. NYC FC - $275 million
5. Orlando City SC - $272 million
6. Portland Timbers - $268 million
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12. NE Revolution - $225 million (2016 revenue of $27 million)
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15. Montreal Impact - $175 million (2016 revenue of $25 million)
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18. Vancouver Whitecaps - $150 million (2016 revenue of $20 million)
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Expansion fee to join the league is now $150 million. Saputo paid $40 million for Montreal to join the MLS back in 2012. That's a 275% increase.