The LA Galaxy have declined their contract options for 2016 on goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts and seven additional players.
The Galaxy announced the decision Monday.
The team also declined options on forward Edson Buddle, defender Tommy Meyer, midfielder Mike Vayrynen, forward Charlie Rugg, midfielder Kenney Walker and goalkeepers Brian Perk and Andrew Wolverton.
The Galaxy reacquired the 38-year-old Ricketts from Orlando City in late July after MLS Cup-winning goalie Jaime Penedo left in a contract dispute.
Ricketts became their starting keeper down the stretch but occasionally struggled while yielding 21 goals in 12 games as the Galaxy failed to defend their MLS Cup title.