Haters gonna hate, and Gary Smith gonna Gary Smith. In the 68th minute, the Colorado Rapids' most dangerous player and goal scorer Omar Cummings, a striker, was withdrawn for Wells Thompson. Thompson is a midfielder who is normally deployed on the wing. His best quality, theoretically, is his work rate. His best quality in reality is making really tough tackles, then saying nasty things to the officials.
Colorado Rapids Vs. Columbus Crew Live, MLS Cup Playoffs 2011: Gary Smith, Why Do You Hate America?
The Rapids are at home and have been the better team throughout the match, so of course they’re going to take out the best player on their team and hold onto their 1-0 lead. Nothing like sitting on a lead at home against a team that you’re superior to.
And in news that is completely not sarcastic, Rapids midfielder Jamie Smith has injured his knee. He was replaced by Ross LaBauex. The injury looked pretty bad, and we can only hope that it's not too serious.
For more on the two teams playing in tonight’s Wild Card match, check out Colorado Rapids blog Burgundy Wave and Columbus Crew blog Massive Report. For more on the rest of the MLS Cup Playoffs and the entire world of soccer, check out SB Nation Soccer.
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