1. Chris Leitch was drafted by Columbus Crew in the fourth round of the 2002 MLS SuperDraft, but only played 13 games for his hometown team in his first professional season.
13 Facts About Chris Leitch
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Chris Leitch was traded to the MetroStars with Jeff Matteo for Ross Paule prior to the 2003 season.
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Chris Leitch became a regular in the Metro lineup late in the year, playing in 15 games.
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Chris Leitch then became an automatic starter in 2004, playing every minute of all but a single game.
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Originally a right back, Chris Leitch acquitted himself well on the left flank when the Metros needed help at that position.
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Chris Leitch switched back to the right flank in 2005.
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Chris Leitch appeared in 24 matches in the 2006 season for his hometown club.
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Chris Leitch helped the club reach the 2008 Western Conference Final, starting in both matches of the Red Bulls historic upset over defending champion Houston Dynamo.
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Chris Leitch had a career year with San Jose in 2009 appearing in 29 matches during the MLS regular season and contributing with 7 assists from his full back position.
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Chris Leitch was selected by Los Angeles Galaxy in stage two of the draft on December 12,2011.
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However, Chris Leitch decided to retire rather than return for the 2012 season.
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On January 31,2012, Chris Leitch was named Technical Director for the San Jose Earthquakes Youth Development Academy.
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Chris Leitch was replaced as San Jose's head coach by Mikael Stahre on November 24,2017, and thereafter returned to his former role as technical director.