Thought it would be fun to post a series of polls about this season, beginning with predictions about who will win the Golden Boot for the team. Last season's top goal scorers (all of whom return) Goals: Kamara 14 in 2541 min Rubio 11 in 2065 Shinyashiki 7 in 1670 Lewis 5 in 899 Mezquida 4 in 1405 I am thinking that both Namli and Benezet will score more than a few goals this season, so I included them as well. Hopefully, you'll post thoughts in addition to casting a vote.
Tempted to go Kamara, but I wouldn't be surprised to see him not taking PK's and/or needing some rest more often this year. Which leaves Rubio for me. Shin was in my thought process as well, but I am not sure how many minutes he will get compared to Rubio.
"Past success does not guarantee future performance." But ... Kamara because Science. "Kei Kamara featured in ESPN Sports Science video" https://www.massivereport.com/2015/11/16/9747996/kei-kamara-featured-in-espn-sports-science-video
I believe that Kamara will win the boot again, but also believe Shinyashiki will make a run at it. In theory they should both benefit from Namli. Like last season, there will likely be various players hitting their stride at different times. Last season Rubio started out slowly and came on later. Also, Lewis didn't take a lot of time scoring when he arrived in Commerce City. If Kamara looks gets the same number of goals as last season, he will move into 3rd in MLS history, IIRC.