Mark Shannon

Mark Shannon

My name is Mark Shannon and from a very young age I became a fan of all sports. Whether it was basketball, soccer, hockey, baseball or football, I have always enjoyed talking sports. I look forward to bringing my unbiased opinion.

Genk's Alejandro Pozuelo pictured during the soccer match between STVV Sint-Truiden and KRC Racing Genk, Friday 18 January 2019 in Sint-Truiden, on the 22nd day of the 'Jupiler Pro League' Belgian soccer championship season 2018-2019. BELGA PHOTO YORICK JANSENS (Photo credit should read YORICK JANSENS/AFP/Getty Images)

Toronto FC: Alejandro Pozuelo offers hope at crucial moment

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TORONTO, ON- OCTOBER 28 - Toronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco (10) looks for a fan to toss a t-shirt to as Toronto FC beat Atlanta United 4-1 in their final game to wrap up a disappointing season after their previous MLS Cup season at BMO Field in Toronto. October 28, 2018. (Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images)

Toronto FC: Offseason just got a little crazier

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ATLANTA, GA MARCH 11: Atlanta United's Miguel Almiron (center) looks out of the celebration after Josef Martinez (7) scored a goal during the match between DC United and Atlanta United on March 11, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United FC defeated DC United by a score of 3 - 1. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

MLS Fantasy Week 2 Recap: LAFC dominate for the second week in a row

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TORONTO, ON - MARCH 3 - Sebastian Giovinco of TFC reacts after a missed chance during the 1st half of MLS action as the Toronto FC host the Columbus Crew in their home opener at BMO Field on March 3, 2018. (Carlos Osorio/Toronto Star via Getty Images)

Toronto FC vs Columbus Crew: 3 key takeaways and recap

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COMMERCE CITY, CO - FEBRUARY 20: Toronto FC goalkeeper Alexander Bono grasps the ball to protect it during the second half of the CONCACAF Champions League Game at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on February 20, 2018 in Commerce City, Colorado. This is the first round of 16 in the CONCACAF Champions League game. The Colorado Rapids lost to Toronto FC, the defending MLS Cup champs, 2-0. The coldest game on record is 19 degrees at kickoff. Tonight's game was in the single digits. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

Toronto FC vs Colorado Rapids: CONCACAF Champions League 2nd Leg Preview

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COMMERCE CITY, CO - FEBRUARY 20: Colorado Rapids Dominique Badji gets tripped up by Toronto FC player Auro Junior, left, during the first half on February 20, 2018 in Commerce City, Colorado. This is the first round of 16 in the CONCACAF Champions League game at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. The Colorado Rapids take on the defending MLS Cup champs in tonight's game. The coldest game on record is 19 degrees at kickoff. Tonight's game could be much colder. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

Toronto FC beats the Cold….and Colorado in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League

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TORONTO, ONTARIO - DECEMBER 09: Captain Michael Bradley

2018 Season Preview: Toronto FC

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Gregory Van Der Wiel of Cagliari during the Italian Serie A football match Roma vs Cagliari, on December 16, 2017 at the Olimpico stadium in Rome.(Photo by Matteo Ciambelli/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Report: Toronto FC signs Gregory Van Der Wield to 2-year deal

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TORONTO, ONTARIO - DECEMBER 09: Captain Michael Bradley

Can Toronto FC continue their dominance in the Eastern Conference?

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TORONTO, ONTARIO - DECEMBER 09: Steven Beitashour

Toronto FC: MLS Cup winning wing-back moving back to the West Coast

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May 31, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; General view of Toronto FC fans during the second half at the Canadian Championship semi-finals against the Ottawa Fury FC at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports

Can Toronto FC continue their unbeaten run against the New England Revolution?

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May 26, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto FC players celebrate a 5-0 win over Columbus Crew with their fans at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC beats up on Columbus to keep unbeaten streak alive at 8 games

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Jul 31, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; The Trillium Cup rest on the field prior to an MLS game between the Columbus Crew and Toronto FC at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC looks to keep unbeaten streak alive when Columbus rolls into town

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May 19, 2017; Harrison, NJ, USA; Toronto FC players celebrate after scoring a goal against New York Red Bulls during second half at Red Bull Arena. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC draws the New York Red Bulls to stay unbeaten in seven

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Sep 11, 2016; Harrison, NJ, USA; A general view of Red Bull Arena during the national anthem prior to the game between the New York Red Bulls and the D.C. United. The Red Bulls and DC United tied, 2-2. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC heads to New York in search of a seventh straight victory

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May 13, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto FC forward Tosaint Ricketts (87) leaps in celebration toward the team bench after scoring the winning goal in the second half of a 3-2 win over Minnesota United at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC keeps rolling with sixth straight victory

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