Another great article by TSN's Gareth Wheeler:
5) Signing Day?: Now retired Toronto FC centre-back and former captain Steven Caldwell was recognized pre-match for his contributions to the club. Caldwell was a consummate teammate over his career and a true leader. In retirement, Caldwell made yet another selfless gesture to his team. Retiring and giving up the ongoing battle with nagging injuries means the club can go out and address areas it may need to strengthen through much-needed cap space. General manager Tim Bezbatchenko and Vanney have seen a number of players come through the doors of the Kia Training Grounds over recent weeks interested in joining the club. There were multiple agents in attendance Saturday as well. Bezbatchenko seems prepared to pounce and get a deal done with at least one recruit. The club has been clear they are not willing to sacrifice long-term flexibility for a short-term fix. But unquestionably, this team requires help in defence. An athletic, experienced centre-back to fill the role Caldwell leaves is first and foremost. And it can be argued superior depth at the fullback positions are necessary too. Look for the first player brought in to be an international (European) defender; a deal which is expected to go through as early as this week. What happens after that remains to be seen. Toronto FC do have young, manageable assets on good salaries to be put on the trade market. Mark Bloom has battled injury on the season and hasn't played when fit. And Daniel Lovitz is another good, valuable asset other teams may look to add depth in their side. If Toronto FC can somehow parlay a good asset with a player under-used at a higher salary, it may allow the team to do more to add for the stretch run. This is a playoff team, as is. Just how ambitious they are this season will play out in the moves that are and are not made in the coming weeks.
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