2012 is Taking Shape

The BSL Designated Player deadline has passed and all 9 veteran clubs held at least one player from their 2011 rosters. Some clubs decided to trade away their other slots, while some decided to add a 3rd DP in the trade frenzy that was this offseason.

Taking the deadline to the limit, Burud Town announced the clubs 2 Designated Players at 4:59pm (Pacific time). One of those announcements was the BSL's first ever Designated Player goal keeper. Previously, the record was Stephan Frei who was selected #22 by the defunct and winless PN Rangers. It seems the value of the goal keeper is growing. In 2009 the position was saved until the last 2 rounds. In 2010 a few clubs picked up the high profile ones in the middle rounds. Then with the Saves Rule added in 2011, the Keeper gained further low draft picks with several taken in the 2nd and 3rd rounds. The 2012 draft will begin in 1 week. Enjoy the selection process and enjoy season four of the BSL.