I wanted to get a discussion going on our attacking players since it seems there are a lot of varying opinions out there on our options. Here's my rundown of the situation:
Chad Barrett: We're slowing seeing more from Chad every week. His energy is a valuable commodity, but we all knew that. This season I've been particularly impressed with his movement on and off the ball and with him playing out wide more often he's putting a few good balls into the box. Definitely a keeper for the long term.
Fuad Ibrahim: Always shaky, but looking more and more confident. He actually fought for the last goal which is something I never thought I'd see after seeing him get pushed all around the park by defenders last season. He's been here for two seasons now but I'd like to remind everyone that he's still just 18. Put another 20lbs on the kid and he will be THE go to guy off the bench.
Jacob Peterson: Aka the invisible man. Seriously, the only time I notice this guy is when he fucks up. Fortunately Preki seems to have caught on and he's not seeing any time. I wouldn't lose any sleep if he was gone tomorrow.
O'Brian White: I have mixed feelings on this guy. A lot of people are saying we need to be patient or else he'll be the next Edson Buddle. While that is a worthwhile point, how much time do we have to give him? The guy is as slow as Gerba/Samuel but doesn't have the physical stature as an excuse. He has a cannon of a shot but not much else to offer. I have patience but if I don't see anything by season's end I think we should deal him to Vancouver or at least hang on to him as waiver bait.
Maicon Santos: Looked good against Colorado. Having known nothing about him I was told he was more of an outside winger player.. he didn't seem to fit that bill, but whatever the case I liked what I saw. I'm not sure exactly where he will fit in with Mista arriving.
DeRo: Have nothing bad to say about the guy. I'm looking forward to seeing him in his more natural attacking mid role rather than an out and out striker.
Mista: Have to wait and see on this one.
So that's my casual perspective. For you tattooed and branded TFC supporters, what do you think?