Chivas USA acquire allocation money, pick from Galaxy
In exchange, Red-and-White send forward Alecko Eskandarian to Galaxy
Chivas USA Media Relations
CARSON, Calif. -- Chivas USA acquired allocation money and a conditional 2010 SuperDraft pick in a trade with the LA Galaxy Wednesday. In exchange, Chivas USA sent forward Alecko Eskandarian to the Galaxy.
"This move allows us greater flexibility in terms of our roster and salary budget," said Chivas USA Head Coach Preki. "We would like to thank Alecko for his contributions to our club. We wish him the best."
Eskandarian, 26, joined Chivas USA on Jan. 10, 2008 in a trade with Real Salt Lake. The forward made a total of 18 regular-season appearances (10 starts) for the Red-and-White in two seasons, including 7 appearances (2 starts) so far in 2009.
TRANSACTION: Chivas USA receives allocation money and a conditional 2010 SuperDraft pick from the LA Galaxy in exchange for forward Alecko Eskandarian.
