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From underdogs to legends

Not all underdogs are created equal. Sure, there are those who are beating the odds at every step only to succeed at the highest levels. But there are also players who start out strong, fade a bit and then shine again. Today, we look at two of those ones.

The Seattle Sounders have made a practice of signing players as “reclamation projects,” taking a chance on players who might need a change of scenery or a fresh start to flourish and reach their potential. Enter two of the best examples of that approach, Mauro Rosales and Eddie Johnson.