Where's my MONEY!

Since today is pay day, I thought it might be interesting to look at the salaries of some of our MLS soccer heroes.

Based on a report published in 2006 in the Washington Post, your favorite players are making less than you think.

Let's take former DC heartthrob Bobby Boswell, for example. Back in 2006, he made only $29,400, and that wasn't even lowest salary on the team.

Obviously this is not the case today, especially for Boswell. He's created a name for himself and is making more money. However, for some of the developmental players at the bottom of the ladder, the salaries just aren't enough to live on.

The lowest paid players made $11,700. Many part time workers make more than this. For the amount of time spent over the course of the year, it's not a stretch to say these guys are making less than minimum wage.

After seeing these statistics, it really makes me respect the younger guys quite a bit more for their dedication. Struggling through a minimum wage job just to play soccer is very impressive in my book.