Jason Sieira MLS Mock Draft - 31 December 2014

Jason Sieira
1. Cyle Larin 2. Cristian Roldan 3. Leo Stolz
Wed, 12/31/2014
Round 1
1Orlando City MLS Mock DraftOrlando CityCyle LarinFConnecticut
He's not yet 20, 6'2, good athlete, and has already outgrown the college level. OCSC needs a number 9 making him a perfect fit for them. The only question is will the Canada MNT member make the rumored jump to Europe?
2New York City FC MLS Mock DraftNew York City FCCristian RoldanMWashington
Roldan is the best US creative midfielder on the board. NYCFC will likely not want to use an international slot on a draft pick. Roldan will have time to develop with the veterans around him and will not need to be the focal point of the attack from day one.
3Montreal Impact MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsMontrealLeo StolzMUCLA
Stolz is as close to a finished product as you can get in this draft. The Munich 1860 youth player has the foreign pedigree the Impact love even though he a college man.
4San Jose Earthquakes MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSan JoseAlex BonoGKSyracuse
The top keeper in the country would likely be taken number 1 if OCSC wasn't stocked up in that position. The junior had 12 shutouts and led the ACC with a .55 GAA.
5Portland MLS Mock DraftPortland (from Col)Andy ThomaDWashington
Portland needs defensive depth in the fullback position.  The Third team All-American may have time to develop in T2, but given PTFC's injury history he'll, get some run out with the first team.
6Toronto MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsToronto (from Chiv)Robert KristoFSt. Louis
The All-American 6'4 center forward can play hold up and has the gift for netting goals, with 14 this past season. If Gilberto and/or Jermain Defoe leave, he will get minutes early.
7Chicago Fire MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsChicagoNick BeslerMNotre Dame
If the long-term plan is to move Jeff Larentowicz to centerback then the Fire have a spot open for the Notre Dame holding midfielder. The All-American Second team member has the ability to be plugged into any team and contribute early.
8Houston Dynamo MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsHoustonKhiry SheltonFOregan State
It is anybody's guess at this spot as Houston needs to rebuild. If it is best player on the board, the Oregan State no. 10 and Pac-12 POY is their man.
9Toronto MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsTorontoOumar BalloDUMBC
With Doneil Henry gone, TFC has a hole at CB. UMBC 's run to the College Cup gave scouts an opportunity to see him apply his trade and put him and other Retrievers on the national radar.
10Sporting Kansas City MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSporting KC (from Phi)Eric BirdMVirginia
If Besler is available he's going to SKC, however, Bird is not a bad option. Regardless, SKC needs holding midfield depth even if Roger Espinoza returns during the winter window.
11Toronto MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsTortono (from Port)Michael AmickDUCLA
The Third team All-American has the athleticism to play multiple positions along the backline. He may be a project but with four picks in the first, TFC can afford a luxury selection.
12Sporting Kansas City MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSporting KCOtis EarleDUC Riverside
SKC could use depth at leftback and wide positions. Earle can get some spot starts and develop over the medium term.
13Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsVancouverAbu Danladi FUCLA
One can argue that the Whitecaps don't need another young forward, but it was a position of need last season. Danladi is the last of the top tier forwards, however he is project rather than a plug up.
14Columbus Crew MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsColumbusBoyd OkwuonuDUNC
Columbus needs backline depth, the 5'8 CB might be a reach for them. He may have to work himself into one of the fullback positions as he lacks the idol size for a CB.
15Colorado Rapids MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsColorado (from Dal)Omar HolnessMUNC
With a good combine, Omar Holness can go much higher. The All-ACC 1st team midfielder will fit into the Rapid's young midfield while he works through his first MLS season. 
16Real Salt Lake MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsReal Salt LakeRamon Martin Del CampoDUC-Davis
It is unclear what RSL expects out of Olave, regardless RSL likely need a third CB to platoon and play on the Cascadian turf. 
17DC United MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsD.C. UnitedFatai AlasheMMichigan State
A 2nd Team All-American that can play different role in the midfield. Solid but not flashy, just like DCU.
18New York Red Bull MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsNY Red BullsTim ParkerDSt. John's
St. John's had a poor season, but not because of their backline. St. John's didn't get much national attention, but Parker was on the Red Bulls' radar. With a need in CB Parker makes sense.
19Toronto MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsToronto (from Sea)Connor Hallisey MCalifornia
Hallisey is an inverted winger that put up big numbers last season. He is the most productive midfielder available.
20Sporting Kansas City MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSporting KC (from NE)Tyler MillerGKNorthwestern
Not many clubs need a keeper, Miller could be the steal of the draft.
21Los Angeles Galaxy MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsLos AngelesAndrew WolvertonGKPenn State
LA doesn't need another forward and most wide midfielders are a reach. The 2nd team All-Conference Big Ten goalkeeper falling to the champions is not a bad pick up.
Round 2
22Orlando City MLS Mock DraftOrlando CityTyler ArnoneMMichigan
Orlando City needs guys that can play from the jump. The three time All-Big Ten honoree should be able to contribute in his first season.
23New York City FC MLS Mock DraftNew York City FCSkylar Thomas DSyracuse
Thomas is a perfect fit for NYCFC. The centerback is from one of the best defenses in the nation plays the right position of need; and being from Syracuse won't hurt with the local fan base. 
24Portland MLS Mock DraftPortland (from Mont)Dan MetzgerMMaryland
Metzger can play the single and double pivot in a possession based team. Metzger played in one of the best programs and played on the Red Bulls U23 over the summer. He has the building blocks to be a solid pro.
25Orlando City MLS Mock DraftOrlando City (from SJ)Anthony ManningDSt.Louis
The 6'4 defender has the physical tools to be a MLS centerback. With his ability to score of set pieces, he can see time on the field.
26Colorado Rapids MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsColoradoAndy BevinFWest Virginia
Bevin had a productive 2014 with 34 points. He has potential as a lone striker in a 4-2-3-1 in the MLS.
27Seattle Sounders MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSeattle (from Chiv)Kyler SullivanDVirginia
The Sounders need a new rightback. Sullivan from the College Cup champions can't replace the speed loss with Yedlin, but he displayed his defensive ability.
28Chicago Fire MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsChicagoDaniel KellerDLouisville
Chicago likes bringing in players they have firsthand knowledge of. The three-season starter played in the Fire's PDL U-23 side.
29Toronto MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsToronto (from Hou)Seth CasipleMCalifornia
Casiple can play the box-to-box or holding role. It is unclear what TFC will do with Bradley, but Casiple can play the under study.
30Sporting Kansas City MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSporting KC (from Tor)Jordan MurrellDSyracuse
It won't be surprising if SKC take multiple fullbacks. Chance Myer is returning from injury and backline depth was a major issue last season. Murrell is a solid leftback from a good team in the best conference.
31Philadelphia Union MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsPhiladelphiaJose RibasDCreighton
Ribas might be the best player available at this point and can add fullback depth or give them an attacking option.
32Portland MLS Mock DraftPortlandRicky GarbanzoMCoastal Carolina
With Kalif Alhassan gone, Portland needs a central attacking midfielder off the bench. Garbanzo has shown the passing and scoring ability.
33New England Revolution MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsNew England (from KC)Sagi Lev-AriFCal State Northridge
The Revs need forward off the bench to replace Patrick Mullins. Sagi Lev-Ari put in 10 last season, not back-to-back Hermann Trophy caliber, but might be enough to take a flyer on in the 2nd round.
34Portland MLS Mock DraftPortland (from Van)Earl EdwardsGKUCLA
The All-Pac 12 1st team goalkeeper is a junior but received an invite to the combine. Portland, like TFC, has a ton of picks and could use it on depth.
35Columbus Crew MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsColumbusCameron PorterFPrinceton
If he wasn't from Ohio this might be a surprise. Porter proved he can score, leading the Ivy League in scoring in back-to-back years and 15 goals last season. If he decides to go into the draft, Columbus could be calling.
36Houston Dynamo MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsHouston (from Dal)Akeil BarrettF/MTulsa
Barrett can give Houston speed and athleticism from wide midfield positions they lack. He can play the off the bench role Omar Cunnings once did.
37Toronto MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsToronto (from RSL)Joseph GreenspanDNavy
If they really keep all these picks, TFC will have some to burn. Drafting Greenspan is a lottery ticket, not due to his talent; but because of his status is unclear as a member of a service academy.
38Vancouver Whitecaps MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsVancouver (from DC)Nikola PaunicDSouth Florida
The Canadian U20 centerback is a no-brainer, which is why he might go earlier to TFC.
39New York Red Bull MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsNY Red BullsOriel FisherM/DNew Mexico
The Jamaican international was part of the RBNY U-23 NPSL championship side. He has the speed and athleticism to play both right mid and back. A position New York could use some depth in.
40Seattle Sounders MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsSeattleAdria Beso MarcoMConnecticut
The AAC midfielder of the year has the technical ability to slow the game down on the green concrete.
41Colorado Rapids MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsColorado (from NE) Axel Sjoberg DMarquette
Sjoberg is a massive centerback at 6'7. The Swede earned Third team All-American Honors.
42DC United MLS Superdraft MLS Mock Draft MLS Player Profiles MLS Player RankingsD.C. United (from LA)Matt JeffreyDMonmouth
The big 6'4 centerback was the anchor of the stingiest defend in the nation. The four-year starter is known in the region, but off the national radar.