Key dates for MLS playoffs and offseason
Key dates
The offseason comes fast in MLS. Here are some important dates to remember:
• Nov. 5: MLS Cup final, 3 p.m. on Ch. 9.
• Nov. 11: Expansion draft for incoming St. Louis City SC
• Nov. 14: Deadline for clubs to exercise their contract options on players.
• Nov. 16: Free agency opens.
• Nov. 20: World Cup opening game, host Qatar vs. Ecuador
* Dec. 18: World Cup final
• Dec. 21: MLS SuperDraft