Tuesday, February 21, 2012

MLS planning to crack down on reckless tackles, better protect players

In an effort to better protect players against dangerous tackles, MLS will take a harder stance against physical play this season, and, when necessary, impose greater penalties.

?We remain concerned about player safety and the frequent nature of certain challenges,? Nelson Rodriguez, MLS?s executive vice president of competition and game operations, told the Insider. ?As a result, and as part of an overall disciplinary code, we?ll put players and clubs on notice that, if this continues, they will be met with a more active disciplinary body.?

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