The Los Angeles Galaxy activated David Beckham from their disabled list Thursday, clearing the English superstar for his return to MLS competition. The midfielder is eligible to play in the Galaxy's home game Saturday night against Columbus. Beckham tore his left Achilles' tendon March 14 while playing on loan with AC Milan, undergoing surgery two days later on an injury that prevented him...

Toronto's Stefan Frei and Chicago's Sean Johnson made big saves in the final 25 minutes in the teams' 0-0 tie Wednesday night. Toronto (7-9-7) earned a point to move into ninth place in the overall MLS standings with 28, four behind Seattle and San Jose -- currently in the last two MLS Cup playoff positions.

Real Salt Lake is trying to prove that winning the MLS Cup championship last year wasn't a fluke. Taking the lead for the Supporters' Shield would be one way to cement its standing as one of the league's elite franchises. Salt Lake looks extend its unbeaten streak to eight when its visits the Seattle Sounders on Thursday night.

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