2007 FCTP MLS Rookie of the Week...Week 5...

Another week of MLS games is in the books. We're starting to see who has earned a starting spot and who was getting a look but may not have impressed his manager. This week saw fewer MLS players see the field in addition to fewer rookies. Out of 159 MLS players taking the field, only 9 or 6% were rookies. 56% of the rookies started their matches and 22% played an entire match.

So who played the entire 90 this week? Read on:
Michael Harrington
Adam Cristman (2nd match)

Who started but didn't last? See below:
Dane Richards
John Cunliffe
Guy-Roland Kpene (2nd match)

Finally, who came on as a sub:
Adam Cristman (1st match)
Guy-Roland Kpene (1st match)
Nico Colaluca
Wells Thompson

This week it comes down to Cristman and Richards. Richards scored a highlight reel goal and if DeRo didn't create his cracking goal, I'm sure Richards would have a chance to get Goal of the Week. Cristmas was dangerous for the Revs against Chicago and managed to get his third assist of the season. He also played twice this week showing he has what it takes to be a professional. I'm going to have to go with Cristmas. He created chances with shots and passes and helped New England put the game out of reach against a tough conference foe. Congrats Adam. He becomes our first two time winner.