But that was then, and Bob Bradley is now. With the second overall pick, the MetroStars drafted Ricardo Clark. Clark, along Alecko Eskandarian, who was picked by United with the first overall pick, where considered to be the top to players in the draft. But some also say Clark has more upside, due to his versital play. He can play asa defensive midfielder, offensive midfielder, and out on the wing if needed.

When asked about his position, Clark said, "Center midfield is my natural position. That's where I've developed myself on the National Team. I think a good attribute of mine is that I'm a versatile player. I feel I can play anywhere and that's a big part of my game. What ever role Coach Bradley places me in, I will be fine."

Because the MetroStars traded their fifth overall pick to DC, they we were done with the round. But that soon changed. They sent midfielder Brad Davis, who came in second place in voting for the Rookie of the Year Award, to the Dallas Burn for their first round pick, fourth overall. The MetroStars management then selected 18 year-old forward Mike Magee. Magee, who plays for the Pro-40 team, scored 14 goals in 2002.

Magee, who could have gone overseas, is happy to play in MLS. "Going overseas was a great experience. I became a better player but I know that ultimately MLS was for me. It's an excellent environment for a young player like myself and a wonderful league."

With these two players, the MetroStars are considered to have had their best draft ever. In the second round, they added more youth and talent. They selected midfielder Eddie Gaven. Gaven is the youngest player to sign with MLS, at 16 year and 2 months of age. The Metros then traded defender Nelson Akwari to the Columbus Crew for their second round pick, the 17^th overall. With that pick, they selected defender/midfielder Tim Regan from Bradley University. Ragen was named the 2002 MVC Defensive Player of the Year.