Greg Sutton out, Ali Gerba and Nick Garcia in at TFC

It was a big day for Toronto FC, as general manager Mo Johnston released veteran goalkeeper Greg Sutton and traded a third-round draft pick to the San Jose Earthquakes for defender Nick Garcia and the rights to Canadian international striker Ali Gerba. I have some analysis on the move and a few links over at Out of Left Field.

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