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TSR: Houston, problem, etc.
Published 4/17/2008 by Beau Dure at The Netminder
Going quickly this morning because I've got more on my plate today than (insert your favorite out-of-shape ex-soccer player) at the postgame buffet. The big deal is the Houston situation, in which Don Garber sent a letter (page 2) to the owners that was quickly shown to the mayor, basically reminding everyone that MLS played hardball in San Jose and is willing to do it again. A couple of questions that need to be asked, even after looking at the terrific coverage and heartfelt reaction from the Houston Chronicle ...

MLS commish threatens to move Houston again if stadium deal is not reached
Published 4/17/2008 by Mike H at My Soccer Blog
... As far as the actual stadium issue, it looks like the City of Houston and the Dynamo are at an impasse caused at least in part over the growing cost of the stadium (it is now priced at $105m, up from $80-90m). ...