KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Take a look at Sporting Kansas City's roster.
Now, without peeking, pick out the team leader in assists.
The second-year right back, whose rookie season ended with two heartbreaking bounces in the longest penalty shootout in league history, has rebounded to become a key player in Sporting's drive for a sixth straight berth in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.
“It means a lot to lead any team with the most assists, but I have to give credit to my teammates,” Abdul-Salaam – who has five assists so far – told MLSsoccer.com on Wednesday.