MLS Draft and Return
George Gelnovatch noted,
To have them both back was unlikely, and you have two guys that are a handful.
AJ Smith and his teammate Nick Dang were waiting for the 2025 MLS SuperDraft results. Dang, a junior centerback, was expected to get drafted after a remarkable year.
- Smith was at a Christmas party in Denmark, scrolling through a website with draft updates.
- Dang's second-round selection was eventually announced, exciting Smith and his friends.
When asked if he would be drafted, Smith replied,
Nah, maybe next year, if I have a good season.
Author's summary: Players return to team after MLS draft.