BREAKING NEWS: Rohan Ricketts Released. Blue Square Premier On Alert.

As reported here earlier today, Rohan Ricketts has been released by Toronto FC. The high on flash midfielder scored 4 goals and had 4 assists in 39 appearances since joining the club in April 2008. He is also the second TFC player to write the team blog and then be dispatched. Hello to Alecko Eskandarian. (Note to future TFC players - don't write the blog, it's cursed!)

What can you say about the lolly-gagging winger that he and his entourage haven't already told you? No doubt the Ricketts PR machine is sending his DVD highlights package to Real Madrid, Manchester United and 50 Cent as we speak. They may want to set their sights on the Luton Town's of the world first.

Hope remains that the sudden glut of open roster spots means some fresh (quality) faces are on the way to BMO. Stay connected!

THE WORD: Gerba In, Ricketts Out?

Numerous unnamed sources (don't you love those guys - what were their parents thinking?) are reporting today that Canadian International forward Ali Gerba has agreed to terms on a contract with TFC and it is now in league hands at MLS headquarters in New York. If completed on time, Gerba may be able to suit up with Toronto as they play 9 men forward in their aim to score four goals against L'Impact de Montreal on Thursday.

In connection with the signing is word that midfielder and professional bridge-burner Rohan Ricketts is about to be moved. It is currently unclear whether this refers to a release or a transfer although what Ricketts' value on the market would be is anyone's guess. The mercurial winger has a knack for becoming a quick fan favourite wherever he goes only to have his lacklustre play and work ethic eventually rise to the forefront. He has burned bridges at Arsenal Youth, Tottenham Hotspur, Wolves and Barnsley before seemingly finding a good fit in MLS only to make the same mistakes he made in England. Rap superstar 50 Cent was unavailable for comment.

Word Factor (for likelihood): 7 / 10