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Justin Morrow named runner-up for MLS Defender of the Year award

Justin Morrow has finished in second place in the voting for MLS’ Defender of the Year award.

The Toronto FC wing-back claimed nearly 14% of the overall vote, finishing behind Sporting Kansas City’s Ike Opara (28.5%). Kendall Waston of the Vancouver Whitecaps placed third.

Toronto FC's Justin Morrow (13.82% of vote) runner-up to Sporting Kansas City's Ike Opara (28.53%) for #MLS defender of the year, Kendall Waston third (11.81%). Best defence in league wins out,

— Neil Davidson (@NeilMDavidson) November 9, 2017

MLS players, staff and media voted on a longlist that was made up of each club putting forward up to two of its defenders for consideration.