When the Chicago Fire announced Harry Shipp had been traded to Montreal, there was an understandable emotional response from the fan base. But a closer examination shows the club may have forfeited one of the most valuable players in the league in terms of potential, production and cost.
Editor's Note: This is the first entry of a periodic column that will appear from Shane Murray, Chicago Fire beat reporter for mlssoccer.com. Murray will be published on Hot Time throughout the season when his work is not featured on the official MLS website.