Former Silverback, Mac Kandji
UPDATE: When the men’s Silverback team announced they were shutting down I had hope we could see a former player have success with a new team. Though NYRB had a horrid season it was fun to watch Mac play when he was healthy.
Originally Posted 1/14/09: New York Red Bulls have announced the signing of former Atlanta Silverbacks Forward Mac Kandji. Mac was loaned to NYRB late last season with the option to buy his rights. New York Red Bull’s agreed to terms of a transfer and Mac has officially signed with MLS & NYRB. Mac’s 2008 MLS salary had a base of $36,000 with a guarantee of $57,000. The terms of new contract will not be disclosed at this time per MLS policy.
NYRB Sporting Director Jeff Agoos had this to say of Mac.
“We liked what we saw from Mac during his time on loan with us,” “Mac has shown that he is capable of playing at a higher level and we look forward to his contribution in the future.”
Maybe this can provide some solace after the loss of our Silverbacks for 2009 (hopefully not forever). And congratulations to the 52% of you who were correct in the December Poll that the Big Mac Attack would indeed go to New York. For more details at the MLS site click here.
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